Which scenario best illustrates scapegoating within a family?
a. The identified patient sends messages of aggression to selected family members.
b. Family members project problems of the family onto one particular family member.
c. The identified patient threatens separation from the family to induce feelings of isolation and despair.
d. Family members give the identified patient nonverbal messages that conflict with verbal messages.
ANS: B
Scapegoating projects blame for family problems onto a member who is less powerful. The purpose of this projection is to distract from issues or dysfunctional behaviors in the members of the family.
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