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Hey Psych2goers! Welcome back to another Psych2go video.
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Have you ever wondered, what kind of parenting you grew up under?
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Do you think your relationship with your parents is toxic?
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A parent is toxic when their negative behavior impacts and even damages their children's emotional and mental well being.
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So here are five types of toxic parents.
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One, "The Controlling Parent."
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Do your parents control what you do?
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Do they constantly try to manipulate and control your decisions, feelings, and actions?
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For example: They try to dictate what career path to take.
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Even if it goes against what you want.
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While their involvement can lead to positive outcomes, inappropriate or excessive involvement can lead to a higher level of anxiety and depression in their children.
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Two, "The Parent with Unrealistic Expectations."
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Were you ever scared of failing to meet your parent's expectations and disappointing them?
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It's normal for parents to want the best for their children.
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However, when these expectations become unrealistic, it can place a lot of pressure on their children.
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You may feel stressed about being unable to meet those expectations, which could lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem.
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Number three, "The Verbally Abusive Parent."
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There's a difference between scolding and verbal abuse.
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They might say, "Why aren't you studying? Doing some practice questions can help you feel more prepared."
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Verbal Abuse, on the other hand, is a destructive form of communication.
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They may say something like, "Why aren't you studying? You're so lazy and useless."
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When this happens, you could end up internalizing the remarks.
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Which could lead to self-deprecation and low self-esteem.
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Four, "The Invasive Parent."
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Do your parents know little about having boundaries?
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Did they look through your phone or your diary without your permission?
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It's important that you have your own personal space.
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Especially, when you're growing up.
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The constant invasion of privacy may lead you to find yourself resorting to lying and hiding.
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The lack of personal space can be the cause of an uneasy and distant relationship between parent and child.
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Five, "The Neglectful Parent."
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On the other hand, do your parents rarely check in on your everyday life?
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Neglect is a form of child maltreatment that can lead to negative social, behavioral, and cognitive impacts on a child.
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Having a neglectful parent can also result in a distant relationship, as you may feel like they were never present in your life.
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For example: Parents who are substance or alcohol abusers may have difficulty giving the proper care that their children need.
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What are your thoughts on these types of toxic parents?
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Do you relate to any of the parenting types in this video?
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Let us know in the comments below.
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References and studies used in this video are added in the description below.
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Thanks for watching, and we'll see you on our next one!