Being estranged from a family member -- a parent, sibling or adult child -- is far more common than people think. Dr. Lucy Blake, author of \u201cNo Family is Perfect: A Guide to Embracing the Messy Reality,\u201d talks about why family estrangement happens, why estrangement encompasses more than just \u201cno contact,\u201d the stigma around estrangement, and where and how to find support.\nFor transcripts, links and more information, please visit the Speaking of Psychology Homepage.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices