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Alfred Adler

In the investigation of a neurotic style of life, we must always suspect an opponent, and note who suffers most because of the patient's condition. Usually this is a member of the family.

Alfred Adler

Family

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When studying a person's unhealthy behavior, we should look for someone they are in conflict with and identify who is most negatively affected by their actions. In most cases, it is a family member who experiences the greatest harm from the individual's problems.

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