This could be because they are the rebellious part of the family who does not agree with Jane's treatment. Why else did John tell him "he would rather put fireworks in my pillowcase than have these stimulating people around right now". (649). He sees this part of the family as a negative influence that makes his wife sicker. Jane also mentions how her brother, as a "high-ranking" doctor, feels about John's reaction, thus illustrating that Jane and John both felt this importance of family approval. Finally, the friends and opinions of other high-ranking men were important to John. When Jane says, “If a high-ranking doctor and her own husband secure friends” (648), this gives up the fact that public opinions matter very much to John. Jane is constantly seeking closure when she tries to talk to her husband "It's so hard for John about my case" (652). But John transforms her, belittles her thoughts and calls her a little girl and a nervous weakness. He considers her as his patient and not as his wife, which creates bridges between the couple. Jane also repeats her loneliness and her desire for approval and acceptance from both societies "if I had less opposition and more society" (648). and her husband "it's so discouraging not to have advice and