A Family System That Places an Unhealthy Importance on Appearance

question 161

Multiple Choice

A family system that places an unhealthy importance on appearance might include which of the following?

• A) a mother who is critical of her daughter's short skirts and heavy makeup use
• B) a mother who insists that her son learn the basics of meal planning and cooking
• C) a father who repeatedly jokes about his son's "scrawny" legs and tells him he should start lifting weights to "look more like a man"
• D) a father who insists that his daughter try out for the softball team even though she has not expressed an interest in sports

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Definitions:

Free-rein Followers

Individuals who prefer minimal supervision, requiring leaders to trust in their ability to work independently toward goals.

Task Forces

Special groups set up to achieve a specific goal, often characterized by their temporary nature and focused objective.

Independent Projects

Independent projects are tasks or initiatives undertaken without the direct oversight or involvement of a larger organization, allowing for autonomy and self-direction.

Traditional Duties

Responsibilities or tasks that are traditionally assigned based on cultural, societal, or historical norms.