Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Growing up in a dysfunctional family shapes the way you see yourself, others, and the world. Whether it was emotional neglect, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Navigating family dynamics can be a complex journey, especially when you’re trying to discern what’s considered “normal.” Every ...

Children who are raised in a dysfunctional family often do anything they can to survive day-to-day. Some kids align themselves with their parents as a self-protective measure, while others are put in ...

Whether it’s a small birthday get-together at a park or a trip with your folks out of town for a long weekend, every family is dysfunctional to a certain degree, experts say. Licensed therapists spoke ...

There is no perfect family! But there are healthy families where every member feels safe and comfortable in expressing their needs, thoughts and emotions. There are also families that have members ...

Whatever your relationship patterns, good or bad, everyone has them. The tricky part is that most of our patterns are out of our control, so even my most seemingly aware clients fall into these traps.