No one had a perfect childhood or perfect parents. But some, unfortunately, grew up with a narcissistic parent—a person so focused on themselves that they warped their kids's whole identity and sense ...

Disrespect is a difficult pill to swallow, especially when it comes from adult children. Parenting is tough, and although ...

a licensed clinical professional counselor at Sage Therapy. Fortunately, there are ways to establish healthier dynamics. Here, Elizabeth Maranto, LCPC, a licensed clinical professional counselor at ...

Sometimes leaving is the only option. Source: Mabel Amber/Pixabay Child abuse usually begins during childhood, but it might continue into the adulthood of the child if it is enabled or tolerated.

If you have ever felt your adult child treats you more like an ATM, crisis hotline, or punching bag, here is how to flip the ...

More young adults are living at home with their parents these days. Fifty-seven percent of individuals ages 18 to 24 are residing in a parent’s home, compared with 53% in 1993, according to ...

Popular culture paints going “no contact” as the best way to deal with hard family relationships. But it’s not always the right choice ...