Young adult woman arguing or fighting with her mother on a couch
Young adult woman arguing or fighting with her mother on a couch
Power Struggle

8 Ways to Deal With a Controlling Parent

Therapists share ways to protect your mental health.

Young woman in argument with toxic mother on couch
Young woman in argument with toxic mother on couch
Mommy Dearest

5 Signs You Have Toxic Parents

Plus, advice on how to cope with their behavior.

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mother teaching her son to ride a bike
Mommy Solutions

How to Be a Good Mother

Learn these tips from parenting experts.

Unhappy child with parents in family therapy
Unhappy child with parents in family therapy
All For One

What Is Only Child Syndrome?

Experts' thoughts about the controversial theory.

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closeup of a toddler holding a block on a play mat
Cut Costs

10 Ways to Save Money on Childcare

Financial experts share their top tips.

Young couple with parents
Young couple with parents
For Better or For Worse

5 Signs You Have Toxic In-Laws

Plus some tips for navigating these relationships.

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Happy extended family enjoying in conversation while relaxing in their backyard
Family Matters

How to Set Boundaries With Family

Therapists share their top 10 tips.

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Two sad adult women sad mature mom young kid wear casual clothes hold head spread hands scream sit on gray sofa couch stay at home flat rest relax spend free spare time in living room. Family concept
Problem Parent

9 Signs You Have a Toxic Mother

Experts shed light on this unhealthy dynamic.

Unhappy little boy feeling jealous while parents spending time with his sister at home
Unhappy little boy feeling jealous while parents spending time with his sister at home
Family Ties

What Is Golden Child Syndrome?

Here are 10 signs of the toxic pattern.

Father and son sitting on the couch having a disagreement
Father and son sitting on the couch having a disagreement
Toxic Traits

9 Red Flags You're Related to a Narcissist

Look out for these signs, therapists say.

Preparing the table for eating
Preparing the table for eating
Table Talk

15 Best Family Dinner Conversation Topics

Avoid any arguments or silence at the table.

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two mature twin women having coffee together outside
Sister Squad

90 Sister Quotes to Celebrate Sisterly Love

“Never let an angry sister brush your hair.”

Young women sisters in argument or fight
Young women sisters in argument or fight
Brotherly (Un)Love

6 Signs Your Sibling Is Toxic

These relationships can be downright abusive.

Three generations of women celebrating Mother's Day
Three generations of women celebrating Mother's Day
Major Mom

53 Mother's Day Messages to Warm Her Heart

What Mom wants to hear on her special day.

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two young women running on a sidewalk with the mexican flag
¿Cómo te llamas?

100 Mexican Girl Names (With Meanings)

Find out what's <em>really</em> in a name.

Sculpture of Goofy at the Tokyo Disneyland park
Sculpture of Goofy at the Tokyo Disneyland park
Making Magic

Disneyland vs. Disney World?

How to choose between the two Disney resorts.

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Shot of a senior mother looking at the phone while upset daughter looks at her on the couch.
Master Manipulator

7 Signs You Had a Narcissistic Mother

A psychotherapist reveals the biggest red flags.

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Loving young man embrace comfort upset elderly gray-haired dad suffering from depression or problems, caring adult grown-up son hug caress support mature father feeling lonely distressed at home
Parent Trap

4 Signs Your Parent Is Gaslighting You

A therapist shares the biggest red flags.

Young adult woman in argument with senior mother
Young adult woman in argument with senior mother
Pulling Strings

5 Red Flags Your Parent Is a Narcissist

Knowing the signs is the first step toward healing.

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happy family standing outside their home
We Are Family

67 Quotes About Family to Spread the Love

Your entire clan will love these sweet words.