Golden children are often exposed to narcissistic behaviors, which can influence their own behavior patterns. However, many factors contribute to the development of narcissism, including genetics and other environmental influences. Not all golden children will become narcissists.
The effects of homophobic parents on their LGBTIQ+ child can be devastating – anxiety, depression, homelessness, drug abuse…
In a narcissistic family there is always a scapegoat who gets used as a trash can for all the narcissist’s negative emotions and frustrations.
There are four main roles in narcissistic families – narcissist, enabler, golden child, and scapegoat.
When I was a child I knew that my father did not love me. I could tell that he adored my brother, but as soon as he looked at me his face hardened and his eyes became slits full of hate. Initially I thought it was because I was not enough. Not good enough. Not … Read more
The intergenerational cycle of family abuse is a pattern of violence, abuse, and neglect that is passed down from one generation to the next. This cycle can occur within families, as well as between intimate partners. The cycle of abuse often begins with one person exerting power and control over another. This may be through … Read more