| Description |
vi, 229 pages ; 23 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 227-229). |
| Contents |
What Is Going On? -- Ways to Understand Your Parents' Behavior -- How Have You Been Responding? -- Gain Perspective by Considering Family History and Circumstances -- What Can I Do? -- Prepare Yourself -- Keep the Logic Straight -- Anticipate the Seventeen Moves They May Make and Plan Your Countermoves -- Bring Significant Others and Siblings on Board -- How Do We Shift Toward Warmth and Acceptance? -- Initiate Constructive Conversations -- Request Specific Changes -- Overcome Habit and Relapse. |
| Summary |
"Do you have a parent who is invalidating, critical, demanding, or hateful? In this important and much-needed guide, you'll learn how to set boundaries; uncover the hidden motives behind your parent's behavior; put a stop to repetitive, hurtful interactions; and foster healthier relationships. If you've had it up to here with a parent who makes you feel as though you're just not good enough, this invaluable guide can help you put an end to toxic interactions while maintaining peace in your family" --Publisher. |
| Subject(S) |
Parent and adult child.
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Families -- Psychological aspects.
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| ISBN |
9781684030927 (paperback) |
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1684030927 (paperback) |
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