Lindsey C. Gibson, a psychologist, coined the term "emotionally immature parents." She said there are 4 types, from reactive and critical to passive and emotionally absent. Most parents fall into one ...

Emotionally immature parents are different, but all share some key characteristics. They can struggle to empathize with their kids, admit fault, or listen to other people. Dr. Lindsay C. Gibson, a ...

When we consider parenting styles, our parents are the obvious role models. We bounce off of them, tending to try to replicate their approach or, if negative, drift towards the opposite. But ...

Co-parenting after divorce or separation can be a challenging but essential aspect of maintaining a stable environment for the children involved. Shared care can be classified into three types: ...

In today’s world, neurodivergence, the cognitive differences in how someone’s brain develops and processes information, has become increasingly recognized, allowing kids who think and learn ...

Relationships with parents or caregivers can be strained for many reasons. If you feel like you can't connect with your parent or like you're walking on eggshells around them, it's possible they're ...