Interpersonal Systems Theory 
by Joanie Connors

Interpersonal Systems Properties




Property
Description
1
Systems act, move, give and take as wholes.
2
Interconnected through Flow
Systems are interconnected through a flow of energy, matter & information that they feed on & feed into, so they are inherently interdependent.
3
Always Changing
Systems are constantly changing as they pass through short-term stress cycles and life-span cycles.
4
Dependent
Systems self-stabilize by creating patterns to organize and channel flow.
5
Systems alternately expand & contract in their openness to change & to the environment.
6
Self-Regulating for Balances
Systems regulate their flow and dynamics to maintain relative balance and health.
Interpersonal Systems Theory