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The study is conducted to explore family communication issues from the perspectives of adolescents in Malaysia. Qualitative approach was used for the study. Data collection was completed using in-depth interview and observation with five high school students. The analysis highlighted themes like communication issues, family involvement and group counselling. The study also looks at family communications pattern theory (FCPT) to help develop the understanding of family schemas. Counsellors in Malaysia should be equipped with the necessary skills and trainings to further resolve communication issues as addressed by adolescents. Awareness on the importance of family counselling must be highlighted in great emphasis in order to develop healthy generations of Malaysians. The family institution is vital in predicting the wellbeing of an individual, therefore the field of family therapy in Malaysia must be progressively developed.
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