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The term system theory is a theoretical and methodological practice. With these practices comes a wide range of different disciplines. For Social workers he or she uses the system theory to gain a better understanding of family dynamics. Social workers also use this theory to educate and further a healthy family structure. Some of the areas of social work uses this type of theory is research methodology, mental health, family, and policymaking. The systems theory as a research methodology can aid a social worker in how to create a positive change and bring out improvement of standards of living. Mental health professionals use this theory as a way to understand how to aid individuals in finding a healthy way to cope with his or her environment. Next are families social workers use the system to obtain a better understanding of family dynamics and educate them on a healthy family structure. Policymaking uses the systems theory to understand the social dynamics. Social workers who are concerned with this can use the theory to achieve a better understanding on how public policy is used to improve living conditions.