5 Traits of Toxic Parents

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Raising an extreme child may push you to the brink — but even teetering there, it’s essential that you model positive and appropriate behavior.

Here are 5 signs that you are crossing into emotionally toxic parent territory — and solutions for doing better.

1. Your child fills the role of an adult.
2. You make your kids feel guilty.
3. You mock them in public.
4. You ask your child to keep secrets.
5. You don’t maintain age-appropriate boundaries.

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