1) Dysfunctional families are characterized by members operating out of lies and misconceptions from the past that lead to wrong conclusions and decisions.
2) An example of a dysfunctional family is the "Bottle Family" with members fulfilling stereotypical roles like the addict, co-dependent spouse, hero child, scapegoat child, and lost child.
3) A deosfunctional family, in contrast, is one where the truth of God is present and His meaning guides all members, rather than their past experiences and misunderstandings.