Issues:

• Different parenting styles

• Balancing work and family

• Lack of communication

• Financial strain 

Communication patterns:

• non-verbal

• verbal

• context

Exploration of culture:

• Boundaries: communication patterns and values in the family

• Rules: clean every Saturday, maintain a certain financial status, and sweep issues under the rug

• Roles: rule enforcer, problem-solver, scapegoat, homemaker, and provider

• Values: hard work, education, respect for elders, religion, and partners’ trust