A Contextual family therapist interviews a family and discovers that Mr. Medieros, the father, comes from a family in which his father was irresponsible and unavailable. Mr. Medieros reports that as the eldest son, he took responsibility along with his mother for the well-being of the family. Mrs. Medieros smirks and states how ironic it is that her husband withdraws from her and her children. In obtaining this information, the therapist is able to see: