Explore and analyze the Salazar family from the perspective of Bowenian Family Therapy. Please note: The Salazar family case is discussed throughout the Nichols (2009) course textbook. Using the Nichols (2009) text and the Gehart (2017) text as needed, and 2 other required peer-reviewed sources, write a 3-4 page case report.
In this case report, please use the following required headings: Introduction; Level of Differentiation; Triangles; Emotional Cutoff; Conclusion.
Introduction – introduce the topic of the paper and indicate what will be discussed in the body.
Level of Differentiation – Describe this concept according to Bowenian theory. Then, discuss the level of differentiation for each family member and evidence/examples to support your assertions. Also, are there any negative consequences you observe in the family because of the levels of differentiation? Please use examples and be specific.
Triangles – Describe this concept according to Bowenian theory. Then, discuss the emotional triangles that exist in the nuclear and extended family relationships. Please share evidence and examples to support your assertions. Please discuss the negative consequences and/or damage that any triangles are causing. Please use examples and be specific.
Emotional Cutoff – Describe this concept according to Bowenian theory. Then, discuss the emotional cutoff that may exist in the nuclear and extended family relationships. Please share evidence and examples to support your assertions. Please discuss the negative consequences and/or damage that any emotional cutoffs are causing. Please use examples and be specific.
Conclusion – provide a few brief closing sentences to conclude the essay.
References – include all outside sources used in the body of the paper. Students should use proper APA format. Both course textbooks are permitted to be used and 2 peer-reviewed journal articles are required. No websites permitted.
