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Why Some Families Scapegoat Their Child And What to Do If It Happens to You

December 4, 2025

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Why Some Families Scapegoat Their Child And What to Do If It Happens to You
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This week’s Fan Mail question comes from a Spotify listener:

“Can you please do an episode on scapegoat children?”

Why do some people get scapegoated, especially in families? Dr. Kerry explains the role of the scapegoat and how families use this person to address systemic stress and dysfunctional.

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Kerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist & author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism.

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