Arguing with parents is the only battle you can never win. Every time it seems you’re just a step away from winning, there’s a bonus card being thrown your way. “You’re still a kid” works even if ...

Toxic parents generally don't adopt their dismissive tendencies and narcissistic mindsets when their children reach adulthood; rather, they engrain them into their parenting styles throughout their ...

Christmas is a time when difficult emotions are more likely to be exacerbated than swept to one side They rarely listen, they’re full of their own problems and often imply that you’re not quite good ...

Cutting ties with your parents is a seismic decision that can leave you feeling adrift. It’s normal to worry about what follows—social stigma, guilt, or isolation. But facing the end of this turbulent ...

Childhood is a formative period, and the parenting we receive profoundly influences our development. While no parent is perfect, toxic parenting creates an environment of instability, emotional ...