[[Bowen Family Therapy]] From ChatGPT ## 1. Lack of Empirical Evidence - Core concepts (e.g., differentiation, triangulation) are difficult to measure. - Limited scientific validation. ## 2. Overly Individualistic - Focuses on personal differentiation. - Does not fully consider **systemic oppression, socioeconomic factors, or trauma**. ## 3. Downplays Emotion - Emphasizes **cognitive control** over emotions. - Modern approaches (e.g., EFT) prioritize emotional processing. ## 4. Ignores Power & Abuse - Assumes family engagement is always beneficial. - May not apply in **abusive or coercive** relationships. ## 5. Cultural Bias - Based on **Western, individualistic ideals**. - Less applicable to collectivist cultures that **value interdependence**. ## 6. Gender Bias - Does not fully address **gender roles** or **emotional labor** in families. ## 7. Time-Intensive & Impractical - Requires **long-term commitment**. - May not fit **short-term therapy models**.