: The incest taboo is thought to have multiple roots, including biological, sociological, and psychological aspects. Biologically, offspring of closely related individuals have a higher risk of inheriting genetic disorders. Sociologically, the taboo helps in maintaining family structures and preventing the complications that could arise from close familial relationships. Psychologically, it protects individuals from potential emotional and psychological harm.
Every family has one. You walk on eggshells around them. The storyline isn’t about the blow-up (we know it’s coming); it’s about the exhausting recovery period and the silent agreement to never talk about what happened. --- Incest Taboo 21 Lindsey Allen Fatherdaughter Updated