All Images Short videos Videos Forums News Shopping Web Books Maps Flights Finance Search tools Feedback Search Results AI Overview AI Overview +2 Excommunicating a family member is when a family distances itself from a member due to conflict or harmful behavior . It's similar to ostracism, which can have negative psychological effects. Causes of family estrangement Abuse : Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse Toxic behaviors : Ongoing negative behaviors Unacceptance : Feeling unaccepted or unsupported Other relationships : Disapproval of a child's other relationships, such as a spouse, in-laws, or stepparent Unrealistic expectations : Having different expectations for familial relationships Effects of family estrangement Psychological consequences : Loneliness, low self-esteem, aggression, and depression Grief response : The estrangement can feel like an unexpected loss Isolation : The rejected party may feel isola...