Contrast the Macro- and Micro-Level Theoretical Orientations and How They

question 19

Essay

Contrast the macro- and micro-level theoretical orientations and how they explain family systems. Select one micro-level perspective and one micro-level perspective, and illustrate how these perspectives explain family systems.

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Definitions:

Scientist

A person engaged in systematic activities to acquire knowledge through research and experimentation in various fields of study.

Apprentice

An individual who learns a trade, craft, or skill from an experienced worker by working under them for a specified period of time.

Lev Vygotsky

A Soviet psychologist known for his work on cognitive development, particularly the social-cultural theory emphasizing the importance of social interaction in learning.

Theory Of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge, etc.—to oneself and to others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.