MHW-512

MHW-512.T1.FamilySystemsWorksheet1.docx

MHW-512 Family Dynamics and Systems Worksheet 1

As a mental health worker, it is essential to understand the family systems: Individuals and their roles and boundaries. This assignments will help you understand how to analyze a family system.

Cite two to four sources (in addition to the textbook) to support your answers.

Be sure to view the film at the beginning of Topic 1. After viewing the What’s Eating Gilbert Grape film and reading the “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape Case Study,” answer the following prompts:

Explain the family systems theory (75-100 words)
Explain the following individuals within the context of their family system (50-75 words each):
Gilbert
Amy
Arnie
Bonnie
Ellen
Explain the family system’s function within the greater social context (75-100 words): · Culture and subculture of the family · Social influences on the family
After viewing the film, explain if Gilbert’s family is an open or closed system? Provide examples to support your claims. (75-100 words)