There are two types of parents in this world: those who try their best to what is right for the sake of their children and those who use manipulative tactics to keep their kids under their control.

There is a ton of social media fodder about toxic parents and cutting off family members. And while the choice to go no-contact with parents can be right for some people, it might not feel like the ...

The misuse of children as instruments of revenge during or after the dissolution of relationships is a deeply troubling and increasingly visible issue. This behavior inflicts emotional and ...

As a parent coach and psychologist, I’ve worked with many mothers and fathers struggling with manipulative adult children. It’s a deeply painful, confusing dynamic. You may ask yourself, “Where did I ...

Many manipulative adult children misuse their parents' kindness and generosity for personal gain, feeling a sense of entitlement over their parents' time, energy and space, simply because of their ...

Divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. For some ex-wives, the dynamics of post-divorce relationships can turn manipulative, with children becoming unwilling pawns in the process ...