Exam 13: The Family Beleagueredwhen Problems Come

A(n)____________________ is often the partner or child of an alcoholic and who also displays a variety of psychological symptoms as a result of living with an alcoholic.

What does "C" refer to in the ABCX model?

Which of the following is true of current views regarding codependence?

What is the difference between functional and dysfunctional adaptation?

What is Sandi being when her husband is drunk and she phones his boss to say he is ill and cannot come in to work?

What are special-interest groups? How do they affect the perception of a problem?

What is the term for an illness that continues for a long period of time?

Which of the following would be considered a functional response by the Leclair family following Mr.Leclair's job loss?

Which of the following is a family open to during a crisis?

When 13-year-old Nancy became pregnant,her family's reaction probably depended on which of the following?

Explain what is meant by "normative changes" and state how these changes can be especially stressful for families with a chronically ill or disabled member.

Josie and Matthew have learned to care for their daughter who has cystic fibrosis.Although they are worried about her,they feel that they are coping as well as possible.What is likely true of their experience at this point in time?

Using the double ABCX model,explain the factors affecting a family's adaptation to a long-term problem.

___________ are the strengths that are developed in the struggle with family challenges.

Which of the following tends to be true of groups with vested interests?

Briefly explain the part an "enabler" plays in an alcoholic family.

Which of the following is a form of ambiguity?

Which of the following best describes attitudes toward alcohol and other substance abuse?

What does the "A" factor involve in the case of chronic illnesses?

What is the term for the ability to do well in the face of adversity?