A client says, 'My family expects me to be strong and never talk about my feelings.' In family dynamics terms, this is an example of:
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Correct answer: Emotional suppression and invalidation of feelings
Expecting a member to suppress feelings and not talk is emotional invalidation and a negative pattern in family dynamics.
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