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Mom In True West Psychology

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Mom Physical The Mom in True West, is an older woman. She is in her 60’s and physically is pretty healthy. She keeps fit by walking and being active around the house with her plants. One of her favorite outfits to wear on a daily basis is her jogging suit, in a bright color, so she can stay active. Psychological Mom’s psychological state is a little unstable in the play. She comes home and sees her plants have died and from that point on she seems to be emotionally removed from the situation and scene. She is submissive and her reactions are a little delayed or inappropriate for the situation. The way she reacts to violence seems almost childlike and it is apparent she has dealt with either an abusive relationship

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