The circularity principle basically states: «The dysfunctional
pattern around conflict is circular and repetitive and punctuated arbitrarily.»
Not exact matches
That
pattern has been evident
around the world, and experts have even posited that
conflicts such as Darfur should be regarded as climate related.
This means that a significant change in
patterns around divorce raises some red flags — the lack of closure in marital
conflicts, the impact on children who are most vulnerable to instability, and the number of couples who may continue to share space when their best interests and even their personal safety lie elsewhere.
Reblogged this on truthaholics and commented: «If that's true even of some severest separation
conflict situations, then it behoves us to mention at every opportunity how a child's voice needs to be heard for sure, but also to be properly considered within a broader and skilful assessment of the influences and relationship
patterns around them.
Based on the interpersonal psychotherapy model of depression and informed by the importance of regular social rhythms in bipolar disorder, 36 interpersonal and social rhythm therapy explores pathways to relapse, including disruptions to social and circadian
patterns, non-adherence to medication, and stressful life events.37 The model suggests that positive and negative life events can adversely affect circadian rhythms, posing a risk of recurrence.36 It tackles these issues by establishing regular routines, exploring interpersonal
conflict and addressing issues
around social roles, 37 and it seems to have promise in managing bipolar disorder.
Using Emotionally Focused Therapy we will identify and stop the negative
pattern around resolving
conflict.
Second, most couples develop
patterns of interacting with each other
around conflict and sometimes these
patterns become so entrenched they actually interfere with the couple working through problems.