He looks at the astonishing variety among American families and probes the many ways in which they have changed over the years - and dispels the numerous myths that have cropped up as a result. Dr. Martinson identifies and describes four elements he believes common to all families, and then outlines and illustrates seven key family processes. Each video invites the family to embrace their potential for creating a more healthy, satisfying family through conscious practice of that which promotes growth. Use these videos for adult forum discussions and parent education. Families are our most prevalent institution, and often the most misunderstood.
Boundaries exist within every healthy family.
This volume looks at the forces that create a family s emotional environment and the roles that each family member carries. The program looks at the necessity of commitments to family health. The video explores the attitudes and behaviors needed to nurture family growth, and develops skills for verbalizing differences in confrontation. The program explores the dynamics of power within the family and illustrates effective problem-solving skills. It also looks at a five-step process for forgiveness.