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The elementary pragmatic model: from theory to therapeutic practice
1Dipartimento di Medicina, Università degli Studi, Bari, Italy.
Annali Dell'Istituto Superiore Di Sanita
|January 1, 1992
Summary
This study introduces a 16-type family therapy model for dyadic interactions. It predicts changes from interactions and has been applied in clinical family therapy settings.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Family Therapy
- Social Interaction Theory
Background:
- Dyadic interactions are fundamental to family dynamics.
- Existing models may not fully capture the complexity of interactional outcomes.
- A systematic approach to understanding interactional patterns is needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a theoretical family therapy model classifying dyadic interaction outcomes.
- To outline theoretical rules predicting change from these interactions.
- To demonstrate the model's practical application in family therapy.
Main Methods:
- Development of a theoretical framework classifying dyadic interactions into 16 basic types.
- Formulation of rules to predict interactional changes.
- Application and evaluation of the model in clinical family therapy settings.
Main Results:
- The model provides a structured classification of 16 dyadic interaction outcomes.
- Theoretical rules successfully predict determined changes within interactions.
- Clinical application demonstrates the model's utility and effectiveness.
Conclusions:
- The presented model offers a novel and systematic approach to analyzing family interactions.
- The model's predictive power aids in understanding and guiding therapeutic change.
- The practical application confirms its value in family therapy practice.