Lesson 9

RELATIONSHIP
WITH MY FAMILY
Personal Development
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VALUES AND ATTITUDES

In this unit, the learners should be able to do the

following:
● Build positive relationships with others.
● Treat others with respect, kindness, and love.
● Create purpose in life by being of service to others and, as a child in a
family.

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 MINDSET MATTERS

“In family life, love is the oil that eases friction,

the cement that binds closer together, and the
music that brings harmony.”

– Friedrich Nietzsche

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UNIT STIMULUS

1. What did you like most about being a child?

2. Where did you and your parents usually go during
weekends?
3. If you could, which specific time in your childhood
would you return to? Why?

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CENTRAL QUESTION

How can I contribute to my

family’s happiness?

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Basic Functions of a Family

Procreation

Economic Emotional
support Family support
is the basic unit of society and
a primary agent
of socialization.

Socialization Identity and

and education social roles

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Family Structure

Family Structure

Traditional Structure Emerging Structure

single parent blended family

nuclear family extended family

lesbian and gay families cohabitation

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Family System Theories

Social Exchange Theory Conflict Theory

This views the family from an economic
perspective. It assumes that the
members of the family are rational
beings and that they act on the basis of
reward and cost.
This focuses on the unequal
power that is seen in the family. Conflict
is seen as a natural element
of interactions in the family.

Interactionist Theory

This focuses heavily on the interactions

that exist within a family. Through these
interactions, wherein significant people
greatly influence a person, a family
member’s identity develops.

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Family System Theories

Family Development Theory

This assumes that families go through predictable changes over time. According to this theory,
families cycle through different stages:
● birth or death of family members
● children going through different life stages
● changes due to interactions with society (e.g., retirement)

Ecological Theory

According to this theory, a family influences and is influenced by the society it is part of.

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ACTIVITY: Family Genogram

Eclogical Theory

According to this theory, a family influences and is influenced by the society it is part of.

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ACTIVITY: Family Genogram

Eclogical Theory

According to this theory, a family influences and is influenced by the society it is part of.

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ACTIVATION
Tale of Two Families

My Family My Ideal Family

Structure Ideal structure

Hobbies Advantages of my ideal family structure

What I like most about my family What I am excited about with my future family

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SUCCESS TIPS

Understanding nonverbal communication is key in our interactions with others.

For instance, a teenager might not always want to talk, but they might still seek
comfort through actions like hugs. This shows that they still need support and
care, even if they don’t use words to express it.

It’s also crucial to be aware of the nonverbal cues we give. Friendly gestures like
hugs or making eye contact show that we want to connect with someone.
However, if we use a harsh tone of voice or frown while spending time together, it
might unintentionally suggest that we don’t enjoy their company. Understanding
these subtle signals helps us better connect with our friends and family.

– The Australian Parenting Website 13

Stoplight

STOP CONTINUE START

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REFERENCES
Agoot, Liza. 2021. “Many Benguet Folk Still Live with Dead Relatives.” Philippine News Agency.
https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1158020.

Sinrich, Jenn. 2023. “35 Family Quotes That Hit Close to Home.” Reader’s Digest. https://www.rd.com/list/family-
quotes/.

The Australian Parenting Website. 2020. “Positive Relationships for Families: How to Build Them.” Raising Children
Network (Australia). https://raisingchildren.net.au/grown-ups/family-life/routines-rituals-relationships/good-
family-relationships.

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