Assignment Task:
How might differentiation as described by Bowen family systems theory look different based on the client's race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, level of education, and age? Do you believe differentiation is a concept that can or should be considered with all counseling populations? What potential groups may be marginalized today even when considering the typical pattern of differentiation in their family of origin? Main posts need a minimum of one course textbook citation and one peer reviewed journal article (published in last five to ten years) or potential point reduction. Needs APA format integrated within discussion and reference list. Paraphrase content and avoid reliance on quotations.