In the case of Vincent, describe the family background that contributed to his disordered behavior.

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Vincent was a witness to the death-by-abuse of his 18-month old sister and domestic violence between his parents; his father is described as abusive and volatile; Vincent was an unplanned and unwanted child, born into an arranged marriage; Vincent has had numerous separations and losses during his first 7 years of life; his mother acknowledges that she was too distraught over the loss of her daughter to do much about Vincent’s poor behavior.

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