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Identifying the "Lost Child" in Dysfunctional Families

Identifying the "Lost Child" in Dysfunctional F...

In dysfunctional family systems, some members may assume the role of the "Lost Child." The Lost Child often withdraws from family conflict, choosing to be invisible or unnoticed, which can...

Identifying the "Lost Child" in Dysfunctional F...

In dysfunctional family systems, some members may assume the role of the "Lost Child." The Lost Child often withdraws from family conflict, choosing to be invisible or unnoticed, which can...

Recognizing the "Hero" Child in Unhealthy Family Systems

Recognizing the "Hero" Child in Unhealthy Famil...

Use this checklist to determine whether you or a sibling may have adopted the "Hero" role in a dysfunctional family. People in the Hero role often feel responsible for the...

Recognizing the "Hero" Child in Unhealthy Famil...

Use this checklist to determine whether you or a sibling may have adopted the "Hero" role in a dysfunctional family. People in the Hero role often feel responsible for the...

The "Golden Child" Sibling Checklist: Family Roles & Dysfunction

The "Golden Child" Sibling Checklist: Family Ro...

In dysfunctional families, a “Golden Child” is often assigned favored status, receiving parental praise, support, and leniency, sometimes at the expense of other siblings, particularly the scapegoat. If you suspect...

The "Golden Child" Sibling Checklist: Family Ro...

In dysfunctional families, a “Golden Child” is often assigned favored status, receiving parental praise, support, and leniency, sometimes at the expense of other siblings, particularly the scapegoat. If you suspect...

Am I Dealing with a Narcissistic Sibling? Identifying Narcissistic Sibling Traits

Am I Dealing with a Narcissistic Sibling? Ident...

Sibling relationships can be complex, especially in a family where there are narcissistic dynamics at play. Many people experience difficult sibling relationships, but it can be hard to tell if...

Am I Dealing with a Narcissistic Sibling? Ident...

Sibling relationships can be complex, especially in a family where there are narcissistic dynamics at play. Many people experience difficult sibling relationships, but it can be hard to tell if...

Am I the Child of a Narcissist? Recognizing Narcissistic Parenting Behaviors

Am I the Child of a Narcissist? Recognizing Nar...

Parental relationships can be complicated, and sometimes strict or intense behavior can feel confusing or overwhelming. However, there’s a difference between caring, firm parenting, and narcissistic behavior, which often prioritizes...

Am I the Child of a Narcissist? Recognizing Nar...

Parental relationships can be complicated, and sometimes strict or intense behavior can feel confusing or overwhelming. However, there’s a difference between caring, firm parenting, and narcissistic behavior, which often prioritizes...

Am I in a Dysfunctional Family? Self-Check

Am I in a Dysfunctional Family? Self-Check

Family relationships shape so much of who we are, and sometimes, they can feel confusing or restrictive in ways that we may not fully understand. If you’ve ever wondered whether...

Am I in a Dysfunctional Family? Self-Check

Family relationships shape so much of who we are, and sometimes, they can feel confusing or restrictive in ways that we may not fully understand. If you’ve ever wondered whether...