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When physical differences spark uncomfortable family questions

I look nothing like my siblings and family friends keep making jokes about the mailman but nobody thinks it's funny anymore.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Phenotypic variation within families can become a source of ongoing anxiety about belonging and legitimacy.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Family identity and inherited stories?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.