Family Development Theory

development, families also evolve and move through different stages of development. Family systems are an organized whole, therefore individuals within the family are interdependent. Overall family tasks are identified that need to be accomplished for each stage of family development in order to avoid disequilibrium and conflict.
In the theory of family development Duvall and Miller (1985) applied the principles of individual development to the family as a unit (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2014, p. 312). Traditional family life cycle stages include of married couples, Childbearing families with infants, Families with preschool children, families with school- aged children, families with adolescents, families launching young adults, middle aged parents,
My husband and I are understanding more about growth and development. My boys are now in a stage of understanding rules and disciple. This stage of family development is a rewarding and enjoyable but exhausting stage and many families in this stage are learning to cope with energy depletion (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2014, p. 313). I often find myself searching for coffee as an energy source late in the evening just to have energy to complete everyday tasks that affect the family as a whole unit such as cooking, laundry, tutoring, piano lessons or swimming lessons, just to name a few.
Three theory-appropriate goals related to the family-life-cycle
During the independence stage, children begin to see themselves as an individual. An appropriate goal for both the parent and the child could be to promote independence so that the child can start to see themselves as their own entity away from parents, care providers and siblings (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2014, p. 313).
In the family life cycle stage of coupling an appropriate goal would be to make appropriate adjustments such as changing hobbies, and scheduling family time in order to build the relationship and trust. Goals include increasing effective communication, practicing and problem-solving skills, as couples are learning how to place the needs of the other person above their own (Stanhope & Lancaster,
As a vulnerable population this group of adults is at an increased chance of being diagnosed with hypertension. Nurses can utilize primary prevention of healthcare by promoting health and educating their patient on nutritional interventions and adequate exercise (Black & Hawks, 2009). Primary prevention of hypertension occurs when a blood pressure is within normal limits. Secondary prevention includes screening for hypertension and taking preventative measures in order to limit further complications (Current Nursing, 2012). Secondary prevention of hypertension occurs when your blood pressure is within prehypertension limits. Nurses should establish a plan to help patient maintain a healthy body weight through diet and exercise. Avoid smoking or excessive alcohol consumption. Actively participate in learning about health promoting activities in school and the community. Obtain weekly blood pressure readings to monitor progression. Tertiary prevention occurs after a disease state is present requiring focused measures to return the body to a pre-disease state maximizing adequate functioning (Black & Hawks, 2009). Tertiary prevention of hypertension occurs when your blood pressure reaches hypertension. Patients must seek guidance from a medical