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At the center of people's lives is the family, which can be and should be a haven from the harshness of the outside world. Unfortunately, the source of people's greatest hope for happiness often turns out to be the source of their worst disappointments. Now, the family therapist,... Read Full Overview

Citing dramatic case histories, family therapist Minuchin reveals the hidden rules that trap family members in stifling roles, explains many of the critical issues that families encounter, and tells what changes must occur if thay are to emerge successfully from a crisis.