How May a Family with an Open System Cope with the Death

question 2

Multiple Choice

How may a family with an open system cope with the death of an immediate family member?

• A) They do not accept the changes to the family system resulting from the death of a family member.
• B) The family members can accept support from friends, extended family, and community programs in helping them find their unique coping strategies.
• C) They continue with the same rules and roles held before the death of their family member.
• D) They limit communication to that which is necessary for daily activities.

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Definitions:

Social-cognitive Theorists

Scholars who focus on how people learn through observing others and the effects of cognitive processes on social behavior.

Maladaptive Explanations

Reasoning or explanations that are not beneficial and may hinder an individual's ability to adapt or cope with situations.

Self-defeating Beliefs

Negative beliefs about oneself that hinder personal development or success.

Unresolved Anger

Persistent feelings of anger or resentment that have not been addressed or expressed, potentially leading to negative emotional and physical outcomes.