Introduction
The position and framework of a family in the individuals’ lives is a major determinant of individual well-being as it causes emotional, psychological, and social development. The communication problem is the family problem; it is when good communication within families is not realized effectively, and miscommunications occur, arguments, and, in extreme cases, relationships are strained. Poor communication is the reason behind miscommunication among the family members, leading the families to fall out of harmony and good relationships. This is, therefore, the issue to be prioritized so that the family members can resolve their contention peacefully and cultivate a healthy environment that is conducive to the well-being of all. This essay seeks to shed light on the role of communication in healthy family relationships and propose a workshop that will give the audience useful tools to improve their communication skills.
Rationale/Purpose
The topic related to such themes as healthy communication within the family, which has become one of the most important in recent years because it influenced the state of the family as a whole, has been chosen among others. Thomas et al. (2017) describe the role of family relationships as positive and negative towards well-being and observe that interaction and communication within the family environment frequently positively impact mental and emotional health. While it is important to note that functional communication patterns within a family can create a more cohesive and harmonious environment, the opposite can occur if such patterns fail to exist. In this case, miscommunication and misunderstandings may arise, and consequently, the psychological and social health of individuals within the family may suffer.
It becomes highly significant that a particular prevention/intervention measure should be developed to tackle the revealed communication problems of families. Austin et al. (2020) highlight the significance of using specific techniques to better interact with different families from the classroom to the workplace. Effective communication is a skill that can be trained to the point that it can be controlled and makes sense after receiving appropriate line-up tutorials and practice (Gordon, 2023). with such a workshop in mind about communication techniques devoted to family dynamics, it is a suitable intervention strategy that addresses communication barriers and improves family health.
Scope
The proposed workshop is intended for people and families frustrated with communication, seeking knowledge and strategies, and wishing to promote healthy communication with others (Kerr et al., 2020). The workshop is a hands-on session that will equip you with relevant skills and tools for successful communication, effectively ending conflicts, and enhancing the family’s core values. The workshop is designed to satisfy couples who have communication problems, such as prolonged or recurrent arguments, and those who miss an emotional connection between them and the couple. Parents who attend might have questions about how to achieve communication skills in their relationship with their children, how to make the right decisions when confronted with a conflict, and how to promote a healthy family environment. People who desire to transform their relationships, cope with e challenges, and solve communication problems are the greatest beneficiaries of the workshop.
Audience Description
The workshop is targeted to be all-inclusive, involving married couples, parents, and any other members of an adult family. It is logical from empirical studies that a couple who frequently have disagreements, miscommunication, lack of emotional bond, and so on will benefit by using communication skills to foster emotional intelligence between each other (Anuradha & Speciality 2020). At this workshop, parents eager to get more information on constructive communication with their kids, ways of conflict resolution, and creating a healthy atmosphere for them inside their homes will participate. An adult family member facing a generation gap conflict or having a turbulent relationship with the family members can learn from this workshop the right communication style and strategies to mend ties with loved ones. The workshop will value the spectrum of personal and conventional experiences within a family by hosting participants with different cultural influences and family frameworks. The presentation will allow the attendees to gather as a community, share their experiences, learn new skills, and practice real-life communication techniques during interactive talks and discussions.
Conclusion
In conclusion, ensuring your family adopts the skill of healthy communication is obligatory to help your family members be happy and confident. Offering an interactive workshop to equip people with the necessary communication skills within families empowers individuals with the practical tools they need to strengthen their relationships, resolve interpersonal conflicts, and build a more supportive family environment. The interventions directed towards families, such as workshops, help the families establish good communication understanding and thereby create a society that can survive both in sound and happy conditions.
References
Thomas, P. A., Liu, H., & Umberson, D. (2017). Family Relationships and Well-Being. Innovation in Aging, 1(3). https://doi.org/10.1093/geroni/igx025
Austin, E. E., Blakely, B., Tufanaru, C., Selwood, A., Braithwaite, J., & Clay-Williams, R. (2020). Strategies to measure and improve emergency department performance: a scoping review. Scandinavian journal of trauma, resuscitation and emergency medicine, 28(1), 1-14. https://sjtrem.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13049-020-00749-2
Kerr, D., Milnes, S., Ammentorp, J., McKie, C., Dunning, T., Ostaszkiewicz, J., … & Martin, P. (2020). Challenges for nurses when communicating with people with a life‐limiting illness and their families: A focus group study. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 29(3-4), 416-428. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/jocn.15099
Anuradha, C. S., & Speciality, P. A. I.(2020) Inclusive Education–The Future is Here. https://www.satyaspecialschool.org/PDF/Annual/Inclusive%20Education%20book%20final%20-V1%2007-Mar-2020.pdf
Gordon, J. (2023). Team Communication and the Uncertainty Reduction Theory: An Occupational Therapy Consultative Model to Increase Interdisciplinary Pediatric Team Communication Skills Across Settings (Doctoral dissertation, Boston University). https://search.proquest.com/openview/cb9b64e248c12de1b0dc40491b8f600f/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=18750&diss=y
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