Family Crucible Paper
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An Experience in Family Therapy
Every family has problems. Some just hide theirs better than others. The family in The Family Crucible did not realize the extent of their tribulations until they each were able to express their feelings openly with Dr. Napier and Dr. Whitaker in family therapy. The problems within the family had all been previously blamed on Claudia, the rebellious oldest daughter. In therapy, however, the therapist and the Brice family realized that the cause of her disobedience was rooted much further in the dynamics of the family than Mr. and Mrs. Brice thought. Although there were many problems and dysfunction within the Brice family, the many strengths of the family as well as the therapists, helped the Brices deal with their weaknesses...