Describe the connections between Systems Theory and Structural theory.

Unit Three: Structural Family Therapy Unit Three Introduction In this unit you will read about Structural Family Therapy. You will be exploring the Minuchin Center online as well as other videos and readings connected to Structural work. While you are browsing the Minuchin Center, if you click on our publications it will take you to a link that has additional articles available for downloading. Make sure you take your time to explore: theory, family diagrams (i.e. family mapping), key concepts, background on Minuchin and history of the theory. —————————————————————————————————— Unit Three Outcomes Upon completion of this unit you should be able to: 1. List and describe Structural Family Therapy and techniques. 2. Describe the importance of understanding the structure of the family. 3. Discuss the key concepts associated with Structural theory. 4. Describe the connections between Systems Theory and Structural theory. —————————————————————————————————- 3.1 Text/Media Media Link: The Minuchin Center for the Family https://www.minuchincenter.org/ Media Clip: Structural Therapy (Dr. Diane Gehart) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJEewdFPB7M 3.1a Structural Family Therapy Concepts and Techniques 3.1b Structural Family Therapy Instructions 1. First, explore the link to the Minuchin Center paying attention to the various tabs containing information about the key concepts, history, theory, etc. Then the PDFs, followed by the YouTube link if needed. 2. Be prepared to reflect on the concepts in these exercises for your writing assignment. ————————————————————————————————————————— Assignments 3.2 Threaded Discussion: Structure Myself? Introduction Everyone is expected to participate in the discussion threads. In each discussion, a question or set of questions will be provided for your response. Also, you must provide an initial post answering the question(s). These posts will be evaluated for the substantive information that you bring to the discussion. However, posts can be conversational in nature. They do not need to be essay style. Response posts should also involve critical reflection. Instructions 1. In your initial post of at least 200 words, you should address the following questions: o What are the boundaries and hierarchical structures of your family? In what ways has this impacted your idea of how a family is supposed to function? o What is the connection between systems thinking and Structural theory?