Per Minuchin, psychosomatic families are most likely to be characterized by which of the following:

A. frequent intense open conflicts between family members
B. weak boundaries between family members
C. family roles that are inflexible and stereotyped
D. marked emotional distance between the husband and wife


Ans: B. weak boundaries between family members

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