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Why pragmatics is probably enough for now

J Amundson1

  • 1Amundson and Associates, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Family Process
|December 1, 1996
PubMed
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Family therapy can be more effective by focusing on being helpful, valuing practical utility over abstract theories. This pragmatic approach is illustrated with clinical case examples.

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Area of Science:

  • Family Therapy
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Systems Theory

Background:

  • Traditional family therapy often emphasizes aesthetic, essentialist, or foundational theoretical pursuits.
  • A shift towards a more functional and utility-driven approach is proposed.

Observation:

  • The Eastside Family Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, provides clinical case examples.
  • These examples illustrate the application of a pragmatic philosophy in family therapy.

Findings:

  • A pragmatic emphasis in family therapy values ideas based on their functionality and utility.
  • This approach prioritizes helpfulness in therapeutic interventions.

Implications:

  • Adopting a pragmatic focus can enhance the effectiveness of family therapy.

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  • This perspective offers a practical framework for clinical application and training.