What does Holden's relationship with his family in The Catcher in the Rye show about him?

has a
unique, complex relationship with his family throughout the novel, which reflects and explains
his instability and uncertainty about his future. Holden has a difficult relationship with his
parents and older brother D.B, who he thinks has prostituted himself to Hollywood. Holden's
negative views towards the older members of his family reflect his perception of all adults.
While he feels that some adults have good intentions, he also views them as phonies, who do not
fully understand him. Holden's affinity forandreflect his love for children and childhood in
general. Holden feels like Phoebe can truly understand him, and he views his younger sister as a
genuine, compassionate person. The fact that Holden relates to Phoebe the most also reveals his
immaturity. As an adolescent suffering from anxiety, Holden fears entering the world of adults
and feels more comfortable around his younger sister.

Holden's feelings for
his deceased younger brother also explain much of...