Model of Family Communication Pattern
Family Communication Patterns Theory: two dimensions
Conversation: family members encouraged to discuss any
topic
Conformity: Emphasis on family members embracing the
same values, attitudes and beliefs
Figure 12.2 Model of Family Communication Patterns
High Conversation Orientation
Pluralistic
Low Conformity
Orientation
Laissez-Faire
Consensual
High Conformity
Orientation
Protective
Low Conversation Orientation
How well do each of the the following statements
describe your family as you were growing up? Use the
following scale:
1
Not
at all
2
Sort of
3
Somewhat
4
Pretty
Well
5
Very
Well
1) In our family we were all encouraged to discuss any
topic; we had frequent discussions; everyone shared
their thoughts and feelings; and we all shared in family
decision making.
2) Our family emphasized that we should all embrace
the same values, attitudes and beliefs, seek
homogeneity (to be similar), harmony, avoidance of
conflict, and obedience of elders.