The Addams Family: Psychopathy and Enmeshment
Popcorn Psychology
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The Addams Family: Cultural Norms and Diagnosis
The speakers discuss the importance of considering family structure and cultural norms in diagnosing a client, using the Addams Family as an example. They explore the complexities of diagnosing individual family members within a close-knit and loving yet criminal-praising family, as well as the privileges and potential stigma associated with certain diagnoses. The chapter also touches on the healthy family dynamic and lack of severe consequences within the Addams family.
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