Explain how the text Family Therapy push a few boundaries and challenge some of our preconceived notions and ideology. One-on-one individual therapy processes and structures are being challenged and the exploration of systems thinking, and systems theory are being introduced. Constructs such as homeostasis, cybernetics, family roles, the perceived hero, family patterns, first-order change, second-order change, hidden messages, meta-communication, paradox and counter paradox, constructivism, reframing, and much more are defined in detail to help us understand the foundation of systems thinking. Each of these concepts is fascinating and as you begin to integrate the ideas you will start to develop a pattern of thinking that will allow for you to identify dysfunctional or functional interactional patterns of behavior. In your asynchronous discussion groups, explore these ideas by offering your understanding of at least five of these constructs.
