family psychotherapy: identified patient (symptom bearer)
This is the family member who presents, or is presented as the main symptom - bearer in the family.*
Also: IP, index person, index patient, principal client
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*Extracted with permission from Simon, Fritz et al Language of Family Therapy - A Systemic Vocabulary and Source Book (Family Process Press Series) Paperback 1985 Family Process, Inc.