SFL 160

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Introduction to Family Processes

Family Life College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Ways of strengthening family life by understanding such family processes as generations, emotions, communication, and rituals.

When Taught

All Semesters/Terms

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3

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3

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Note

Also offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

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Learning Outcome

Learn the basic terms, concepts, and theoretical frameworks used in family science in ways that deepen your understanding of families, strengthen your ability to seek truth "by study and by faith," and prepare you to use this knowledge to bless individuals and families throughout your life.

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Outcome 2

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Interpret family patterns using class concepts and research so you can think more clearly, understand different perspectives, become more caring and aware in your interactions, and become a more thoughtful and open-minded learner.

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Outcome 3

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Evaluate what strengthens or challenges families with compassion, helping you grow into someone who makes wise, ethical choices in relationships.

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Outcome 4

Learning Outcome

Apply principles from family science to your own life so you can build healthier relationships, communicate more effectively, help you better understand other, and become someone who strengthens the people around you.

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Outcome 5

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Integrate what you learn about families with your personal and spiritual values so you can become a more discerning, Christlike person who promotes belonging and supports the well-being of others.