Family Communication in Times of Unpredictable Stress
Explore the dynamics of family communication amidst unpredictable stress, coping strategies, the Double ABCX model, communication-based coping, specific crises, and family support processes. Gain insights into distress versus eustress, stages of family crisis, and resilience factors for adapting to stressors.
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Family Communication: Cohesion and Change, 10thedition Chapter 11: Family Communication and Unpredictable Stress
Unpredictable Stress Distress vs. eustress Stressors Strains Crisis Ambiguous loss Stages of family crisis Shock Recoil Depression Reorganization
Family Coping Processes Family disruptions Coping: Adapting to or managing stressors, demands, and strains Tied to four factors Number of previous stressors Degree of role change Social support Institutional support Resilience
Double ABCX Model A: The stressor event Aa: Immediate stressor + demands or changes B: Crisis meeting resources Bb: Existing resources + expanded social systems C: Family s definition of the event Cc: Interpretation of stressor, crisis, + added stressors X: The crisis Xx: Effect of family adaptation Maladaptation vs. bonadaptation
Communication-Based Coping Communication as A source or symptom of stress Meaning-making A resource A coping strategy An indication of the status of individual, relational, or family health
Communication & Specific Crises Untimely death Serious illness or disability Separation and divorce Coparenting relationship Coparental communication Military families
Family Support and Communication Level I process: Change rules or expectations Level II process: Alter system Level III process: Shift values and philosophies Support groups
