Living systems are able to develop a certain independence
from their environment. The behavior of living systems is to a variable degree internally
or externally controlled. The concept of autonomy or emancipation (be it
of an individual or of a family) must encompass this aspect of constant interaction with
the environment. From a systems point of view, autonomy or emancipation
can be seen as an aspect of self-organization.*
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*Extracted with permission from Simon, Fritz et al Language of Family
Therapy - A Systemic Vocabulary and Source Book (Family Process Press Series)
Paperback 1985 Family Process, Inc.
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