Describe the two dimensions used to characterize families and the resulting four types of families.

What will be an ideal response?


The ideal answer should include:
- The two dimensions are conformity-orientation and conversation-orientation. Conformity-orientation refers to the degree to which family members express similar or dissimilar attitudes, values, and beliefs. Conversation-orientation refers to the degree to which family members can speak their mind.
- The resulting family types are: consensual (high conversation, high conformity), protective (high conformity, low conversation), pluralistic (low conformity, high conversation), and laissez-faire (low conformity, low conversation).

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