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Family Dynamics In The Cruz Family

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A family is known to be the foundation of society that has the ability to change and influence the society. This project features a family that presents family dynamics, structures, roles of family member, cultural values and practices. The family that I interviewed has its own unique problems, strengths and weaknesses that forms their identity. The challenges that the family faced through the years of togetherness is a proof of how they survive and thrive.
The Cruz family is considered to be a Nuclear type of family which consists of John (husband) and Jean (wife) with their three daughters, Joan (15), Janice (7), and Jane (2). John and Jean are from the Philippines, however, John is half Chinese-Filipino. The two met when they were in college. John is …show more content…

The Cruz family practices Roman Catholicism. They go to church every Sunday and observe every Catholic holidays or festivities. The children are taught to believe in the power and grace of God and that He provides all the blessings they are receiving. In this manner, the children are more grateful, hopeful, and fearful of doing bad behavior because God is watching over and will reward them if they are kind and nice. Religiosity helps decrease signs of distress, and helps in coping loneliness and hopelessness, and fosters cultural family identity (Giddens CITE 35)
With regard to the social aspect of the Cruz family, they are grateful to be surrounded with group of people they call, family friends. they assisted Jean and family when she gave birth to Jane. The members took turns to prepare meals and visited her in the hospital. On regular weekends, they would get together for BINGO night in one of their friends’ home along with their children. Children get to play and the fathers look after them, while the mother will play Bingo. It is a relief and a break from being home all day taking care of the children and doing household chores, Jean

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