The classic "schizophrenogenic mother" was thought to be either a cause of or a response to the presence of schizophrenia in a child. Which of the following descriptions depicts this type of mothering?

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The "schizophrenogenic mother" was a theory developed in the mid-20th century, and it suggested that mothers who were overprotective, dominant, and rejecting towards their children were a cause or contributing factor to the development of schizophrenia in their children. This theory has since been debunked and is no longer considered a valid explanation for the causes of schizophrenia.

The Classic "Schizophrenogenic Mother" Was Thought to Be Either a Cause