Question

Lisa s family is very, very close. In fact, the degree of emotional closeness they have with each other is so great that no member of the family is particularly independent. They always have to be around each other and do things together. From Minuchin s perspective, this family is demonstrating:___________________

Answer 1

Answer:

The anwer is enmeshment.

Explanation:

Under enmeshment, family members might not clearly define the boundaries that surround them. This can lead to a lack of autonomy and independence.

An example of this kind of behaviour is when parents focus too much on a child's sucesses or mistakes, as well as their actions and emotions, and could attempt to control the child's ideas. This tends to be problematic when developing a sense of self, and for regulating emotions.