These are known by the whole family but kept hidden from the outside world. This might include family struggles like domestic abuse, financial crises, or historical details such as a relative's criminal past. Common Examples
These are shared by some family members but hidden from others. Examples include one parent hiding a child's misbehavior from the other, or a grandparent sharing a "forbidden" truth with a grandchild. A Family's Secret
Family secrets vary in their scale and the number of people who know them. They can be shared by the entire family, known only by a few members, or held by a single individual. These are known by the whole family but
