Jaclyn decided not to tell her daughter that she had cancer. This secret created stress and uncertainty for both Jaclyn and her daughter, as the family issue remained unclear and un-discussed. What type of family secret does this illustrate?

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This illustrates a toxic secret, as it involves withholding important information from a family member that could potentially harm both the individual and the family dynamic.

Jaclyn Decided Not to Tell Her Daughter That She Had