Dysfunctional Families Explination Of SZ (5)

Question 1

What is the dysfunctional families explanation of SZ - double bind

Answer 1

Bateson - proposed that symptoms of SZ are a result of communication difficulties in the family

The child is repeatedly exposed to social interactions where there are two messages making the child unsure on how to respond

• this leads to SZ as they create their own internal conflict leading to positive symptoms of SZ

Question 2

What supporting evidence is there to the double bind theory - but what’s a problem with this?

Answer 2

Berger - interviewed sz patients and fount that they reported a higher rate of double bind statements by their mothers then non sz patients

However, it may lack validity as they may incorrectly recall childhood due to loss of touch with reality