Recognizing a toxic family relationship is important, even when it involves close relatives. Here are the signs you have a toxic relationship with your parent.
10 Things Toxic Parents Do
1. They Are Too Critical
Receiving criticism from parents is a part of life, but excessive nitpicking can lead to a harsh inner critic, affecting your self-esteem and confidence (1).
2. They Make Jokes About Your Appearance
Parents who frequently joke about your appearance can damage your self-esteem and contribute to an inferiority complex (1).
3. They Drag You Into Their Problems
Toxic parents confiding in their children can strip them of their childhood and lead to emotional burdens that may affect them later in life (2).
4. They Don’t Allow You To Express Yourself
Suppressing emotions can lead to depression and an inability to deal with negative situations (1).
