Circumplex model of marital and family systems: III. Empirical evaluation with families.

摘要: This study was designed to test the circumplex model of family systems that hypothesizes moderate cohesion and adaptability be more functional than either extreme. Thirty-one Catholic triads with daughters ranging in age from 14 17 years participated a structured interaction game (SIMFAM) filled out questionnaires measured variables facilitative support creativity. All families were considered normal but subdivided into those had less difficulty this adolescent. Analysis data yielded considerable for model. High functioning associated adaptability, low extreme scores on these dimensions. As predicted, high creativity also related functioning. Implications findings therapy are discussed.