The following passage highlights some causes of family conflict between parents and their children: One or both parents use the threat or application of physical violence as the primary means of control. Children may have to witness violence, may be forced to participate in punishing siblings, or may live in fear of explosive outbursts. One or both parents are unable to provide, or threaten to withdraw, financial or basic physical care for their children. Similarly, one or both parents fail to provide their children with adequate emotional support. One or both parents exert a strong authoritarian control over the children. Often these families rigidly adhere to a particular belief (religious, political, financial, personal). Compliance with role expectations and with rules is expected without any flexibility.

– “Dysfunctional Family Relationships,”

Brown University

How might a family begin to reverse family conflict and promote healthy relationships? Check all that apply.

Parents can communicate affectionately rather than use physical coercion.

Parents can show empathy to their children and provide support when needed.

Parents can expect their children to remain compliant to strict rules.

Parents can encourage children to show love for each other.

Parents can provide emotional support on rare occasions when required.