The nurse was reviewing notes she had written following a session with a family who had begun therapy in hopes of becoming a more unified family. Because of their schedules, they were feel-ing alienated and estranged from each other
Which statement by the 16-year-old son was considered by the therapist as positive evidence of movement toward problem resolution?
1. "I have stopped playing football since practice required me to be away from home so often."
2. "Eating dinner with my parents on Sunday nights has helped us be more aware of each other's needs."
3. "Since my mother quit her job, she is more available to keep the home running smoothly."
4. "My dad has stopped giving me advice on how to live my life."
ANS: 2
This statement shows the family has made an effort to improve communication and deal with alienation without any one member bearing complete responsibility. 1. Withdrawing from the team suggests he felt solely responsible for the family problem. 3. Quitting the job suggests the mother saw herself as responsible; however, being home does not guarantee unification. 4. This suggests withdrawal of the father from participation in family matters.
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