18 The Family

A silhouette of a family
Figure 18.1

Our families play a crucial role in our overall development and happiness. They can support and validate us, but they can also criticize and burden us. For better or worse, we all have a family. Some have families of choice that also influence the shape of their lives. Family systems are complex, and have a strong impact on development. In this section, we will discuss the complex role of family in human development.

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