Glossary F
Glossary F
Family perspective refers to a theoretical perspective in which it is assumed that abnormality is caused by disturbances in the pattern of interactions and relationships within the family.
Family resemblance refers to Wittgenstein's contention that a category does not have a defining feature/essence that must be shared by all members of the category. Rather, there is a set of features distributed among members of a category, with no single feature essential for inclusion in the category. Family resemblance is defined, likewise, as a structure of categories in which each member shares different features with different members. Few, if any, features are shared by every single member of the category.
Family social system refers to the complex network of relationships, interactions, and patterns of influence that characterize a family with three (3) or more members.
Deutsch: Familienstudie / Español: Estudio familiar / Português: Estudo familiar / Français: Étude familiale / Italiano: Studio familiare
Family Study in the psychology context refers to a research or clinical method used to examine patterns of behavior, mental health conditions, relational dynamics, and genetic influences within a family unit across generations. It can also refer to therapeutic approaches or assessments that explore how family structure and history impact an individual’s psychological development and well-being.