Recognizing the signs of toxic behavior and learning how to deal with toxic parents is possible — and crucial — if you hope to break the pattern of mental, physical, and emotional abuse. As you explore the different types of toxic parents, you’ll start to see the impact their toxic beh...
If you've reached the point where you are tired of not being able to go out with friends, or you want more freedom, the first thing you need to do is ready your mind. This is crucial. The first time you make your stand against your parent(s), you'll have to fight against the u...
You don’t have to like your parents, but you might still be attached and love them. Active addiction or abuse by a parent may trigger you. Set boundaries and practice nonattachment. Get “14 Tips for Letting Go.” You can’t change or rescue family members. Indifference, not hatred or...
Even if you are living through this situation, understand that narcissistic abuse and manipulation aren’t always apparent to the victims. It might be years before you come to terms with the idea that you have a narcissist parent. No one wants to think badly of their mom or dad. Plus, mo...
As a parent, having your child bullied can really break your heart but there are ways to stop bullying at school. According to theNational Center for Educational Statistics, more than one out of every five students report being bullied in school. The common areas it takes place include: schoo...
If a parent isn’t active on social media or online, it can make bullying in these spaces seem more daunting to speak about. However, there are some really practical ways that can help you to protect your teenager, make them feel better and help you both ...
Don’t just deal with this parent on a surface level. Instead, go deeper by trying to comprehend what’s going on in the parent’s mind. If the parent goes low, don’t do the same. Don’t react negatively; you’ll most likely end up in a no-win situation if you do. Keep witty...
Arguments are detrimental when coping with a parent because: The alcohol abuser is actively starting arguments as an excuse to drink, so remaining non-reactive removes that excuse, making it easier to deal with the alcohol addicted parent
Denise Rowden, Parent CoachEP Coach Thank you for reaching out to Empowering Parents. I can understand your distress. It can be really difficult to know what you can do as a parent when your teen is struggling with peers and relationships. Often times, the best course of action is to be...
Self-centered, Abusive, or Multiple-Failure Parents: These parents expect the child to fulfill their needs, rather than the other way around. They may not have treated you with the physical and emotional care and protection that a child needs from a parent. Struggling: These parents may mean...