The Lannister family is characterized as rigid with an authoritarian head, firm rules, and little change. Tywin Lannister commands his family effortlessly as he does his 40,000 soldiers. Despite their differences and varying roles, the Lannister children all provide some level of emotional support to one another. Even in adulthood, the Lannister siblings struggle to maintain positive relationships. Decision making within the family is a process that belongs to the system rather than any individual member.
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The Lannister family is one of the most powerful families in Westeros, led by Tywin Lannister. Cersei Lannister is queen as the wife of the deceased King Robert Baratheon, though her children were fathered by her brother Jaime in secret. Tywin effectively rules the kingdom from behind the scenes. The family dynamics are complex, as Cersei and Jaime engage in incest, Tyrion is mistreated due to being a dwarf, and there is conflict between Cersei and Tywin over their respective powers. Though the family faces many challenges internally, they present a united front to maintain their position of influence.
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The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document provides details about the Wilkerson family from the TV show Malcolm in the Middle. It describes the family structure, with parents Lois and Hal and their four sons. It outlines each family member's personality and role. It also discusses how the family functions together and maintains relationships despite chaos, with shared tasks and differing treatment of the children. Family boundaries are described as closed off from society besides a few close connections.
The Lannister family is one of the most powerful families in Westeros, led by Tywin Lannister. Cersei Lannister is queen as the wife of the deceased King Robert Baratheon, though her children were fathered by her brother Jaime in secret. Tywin effectively rules the kingdom from behind the scenes. The family dynamics are complex, as Cersei and Jaime engage in incest, Tyrion is mistreated due to being a dwarf, and there is conflict between Cersei and Tywin over their respective powers. Though the family faces many challenges internally, they present a united front to maintain their position of influence.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
The document discusses different types of families and the importance of family. It defines family as a group of people related by blood, marriage, or living together. There are three main types of families discussed: extended families which include close relatives, single parent families where one parent cares for children alone, and blended families where children from previous relationships are included in a new family. The document also lists signs of a healthy family and emphasizes that family provides one's identity and value system.
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- Early cases like Cubby v. CompuServe established distributor liability, while Stratton Oakmont v. Prodigy found a service could be a publisher if it moderated content.
- Legislators wanted Section 230 to encourage development of digital technologies by limiting liability and allowing dialogue, while protecting corporate interests.
- Section 230 has been upheld in cases involving defamation, privacy violations, negligence, and other torts associated with
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Three scientists who lose their university jobs, Ray Stantz, Peter Venkman, and Egon Spengler, set up a ghost catching business in New York City. They use their expertise in the paranormal to convince the mayor that the city is facing supernatural disaster. Their differing views with Walter Peck lead to conflict. Venkman uses persuasion to get Ray to fund their business with mortgages. The film depicts various forms of interpersonal communication between the characters, including nonverbal cues and the building of competence and trust.
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The document discusses Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act and related case law. It provides an overview of key points:
- Section 230 provides immunity to interactive computer services by saying they shall not be treated as the publisher or speaker of third-party content.
- Early cases like Cubby v. CompuServe established distributor liability, while Stratton Oakmont v. Prodigy found a service could be a publisher if it moderated content.
- Legislators wanted Section 230 to encourage development of digital technologies by limiting liability and allowing dialogue, while protecting corporate interests.
- Section 230 has been upheld in cases involving defamation, privacy violations, negligence, and other torts associated with
This document discusses various forms of media and their influence on society. It examines how media can shape societal norms and perceptions through both passive conformity and active interpretation by audiences. While some argue media maintains the status quo, others believe audiences engage with media creatively. The document also explores how media often reflects a male perspective, and discusses developing a critical viewpoint to identify and transform underlying messages.
This document summarizes and analyzes how gangsta rap reinforces racist stereotypes about African Americans. It discusses how the genre portrays African Americans as inherently violent, hypersexual, and materialistic. These are common racist tropes that have been used historically to justify oppression of Black communities. The document asserts that while gangsta rap allows exploration of Black culture and societal issues, it also perpetuates misrepresentations that have real negative consequences by confirming false beliefs in the minds of some.
Television is the most popular way people get their news at 61%, followed by the internet at 14% and newspapers at 11%. Certain types of news stories are more likely to be covered including those with drama, conflict, action, novelty, or deviation from the norm. There is also a prevalence of negative news in both peacetime and wartime. Some issues that currently receive more coverage include identity theft, health care, and gay marriage.
Three scientists who lose their university jobs, Ray Stantz, Peter Venkman, and Egon Spengler, set up a ghost catching business in New York City. They use their expertise in the paranormal to convince the mayor that the city is facing supernatural disaster. Their differing views with Walter Peck lead to conflict. Venkman uses persuasion to get Ray to fund their business with mortgages. The film depicts various forms of interpersonal communication between the characters, including nonverbal cues and the building of competence and trust.
Three scientists who lose their university jobs go into business catching ghosts in New York City. They use their expertise to convince the mayor that the city is threatened by a supernatural disaster. One scientist's smooth talking helps sway the mayor, though another bureaucrat opposes the team. Their varied communication skills - from nonverbal cues to persuasive arguments - help them succeed in their unusual profession and save the city.
2. As each member of the Lannister family
has reached emotional independence, but
maintains a sense of involvement in each
other’s lives they are characterized as a
connected family.
3. The Lannisters are a rigid
family, experiencing authoritarian
headship, firm rules and roles, as well as
little change.
4. A knight in the King’s guard, Jamie
Lannister keeps himself as close to the
king as he does his own family.
Providing his sibling with emotional
support, as well as family
management, Jamie keeps the best
interests of the Lannisters close at
Tywin Lannister is regarded as heart.
the most powerful man in the all Married to the late King
of the Seven Kingdonms, and Baratheon, Cersei rules the Seven
Kingdoms with her son. Determined not
commands his family as lose her kingdoms, Cersei assumes the
effortlessly as he command his role of nurturer for her children while still
40,000 soldiers. As the head of managing the affairs of the older
Lanniesters.
the Lannister clan he forgoes “All dwarves are bastards in the eyes of
providing emotional support in their fathers.” Despite his sagacious
favor of both necessary and ways, Tyrion Lannister is regarded as the
material resources. black sheep of the family. In spite of
this, Tyrion maintains his fidelity and
works to not only manage family
matters, but nurture the future king.
5. Family Functions:
• Instrumental
Provides resources
• Affective
Provides emotional support
• Mixed
Skill development and system maintenance
Despite their differences
and varying roles, the
Lannister children all
assume an affective
position in the life of
another.
6. “Toxic secrets poison family relationships
(89).” Unless you’re one of the Lannisters.
Then, they provide leverage.
Defense secrets: protects
information from outsiders who
might use it against family
Cersei
members (90).
Baratheon has
more to fear
from her own
family than
she does
strangers.
7. Story
Fucntions:
• To remember
and entertain
• Creates
belonging and
family identity
• Develops family
culture
• Provides stability
through
generational
connections
The Lannister uses narratives tool express
degradation of another’s character.
8. Tywin Lannister and
Cersei Baratheon are
stark contrasts in their
attempts at relational
maintenance.
Confirmation: communicates
recognition and acceptance
Recognition: acknowledging
the person’s existence
Dialogue: implies an interactive
involvement between two
people
Acceptance: avoids
interpretations or judgments
9. Confirmation: communicates
recognition and acceptance
Recognition: acknowledging
the person’s existence
Dialogue – implies an
interactive involvement
between two people
Acceptance – avoids
interpretations or judgments Even in adulthood, the
Lannister siblings fail to
successfully maintain their
relationships in a positive
manner.
10. Normative Resources: family’s
values of who holds authority.
Economic Resources:
monetary control
Affective Resources: who
nurtures whom
Personal Resources:
personality, physical
appearance, role competence
Cognitive Resources:
insight, influential reach of
one's own power
11. “Every family
member’s power
maneuver creates a
system-wide effect. As
one or more members
exert power or
respond to other’s
power moves, the
family system
recalibrates itself”
(180).
12. “Decision making, like
power, is a process that
belongs to the family
system, not to an individual”
(195).
De Facto Decisions:
decisions made
without direct family
approval but are
made in order to keep
the family functioning.
De facto decisions appear to be the only
type of decisions the Lannisters know
how to make.
14. Galvin,
Kathleen M., Carma Lee
Bylund, and Bernard J. Brommel. Family
communication: cohesion and change. 8th
ed. Boston: Pearson Allyn and
Bacon, 2012. Print.
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