Previously, we suggested that our point of view on problems ought to be needs based and solution focused. Rather than seeing problem behaviors as dysfunctional, we should determine which need the problem behaviors are meeting and how we can more positively meet that need.
But you may not agree with this point of view. The following are a few scenarios connecting actions to needs. Comment on how you would view the various connections. Are we prone to see negative connections? Is there a way they could be seen as positive?
In your own life you might be able to connect a single behavior to a number of reasons or needs. You eat for nutrition, but you may also eat to celebrate or out of boredom. How do you view eating when bored?
Lets look at a business example. At work, you have coworkers that argue on procedures and division of responsibilities. Perhaps one coworker is in need of recognition. Do these arguments function to fulfill that need?
Lastly, we'll look at a somewhat spiritual example. You attend a church and notice a member that frequently sits in the back and dozes off. You get the sense this person is burned out. What is this sleepy member actually getting from coming to church?
Feel free to comment on one or all of these examples. And if you haven't read our posts on personality and the functional side of dysfunction please read them a post additional comments there.
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