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In which Barbara, age thirteen, tells why she doesn't think her brother's visits to a psychologist are worth it.

This daughter relates the saga of her brother's visits to the psychologist, beginning with his problems at school and ending with his increasing resistance. His father reveals the reasons why many parents are ambivalent about turning to professional help. The commentary includes a discussion of the positive role mental-health professionals can play in helping families and the importance of setting goals for therapy.