Dysfunctional Family

A dysfunctional family is one in which the relationships within the family are characterized by patterns of conflict, miscommunication, and lack of healthy boundaries. Being raised in a dysfunctional family can have a significant impact on a person's mental and emotional well-being and can affect their relationships and interactions with others. If you are struggling with a dysfunctional family, know that you are not alone, and that help is available.

Symptoms:

• Do you feel like your family members don't understand or support you?

• Do you feel like your family members are constantly in conflict with each other?

• Do you feel like you have to take on a caretaker role within your family?

• Do you feel like you can't rely on your family for emotional support?

• Do you feel like your family members have unrealistic expectations of you?

Causes:

• A dysfunctional family can be caused by a variety of factors, including unresolved past traumas, lack of effective communication skills, and addiction or mental illness.

• It can also be caused by a lack of healthy boundaries within the family.

Treatments:

• The most effective treatment for a dysfunctional family is therapy.

• Therapy can help you to understand the dynamics of the family and to develop healthy coping skills to manage your symptoms.

• It can also help you to set boundaries with family members and to communicate more effectively.

• Building a support system with friends and family who are not dysfunctional can also be helpful.

At Global Therapy Inc., our experienced therapists specialize in helping individuals who have been affected by dysfunctional family dynamics. 

Our therapists can work with you to help you understand your family dynamics and develop healthier relationships with your family members. We can also provide you with the tools and resources you need to set boundaries, communicate more effectively, and take care of yourself in the midst of a dysfunctional family. 

Book an appointment and start on your journey to better mental health and more functional family relationships.