On ‘What’s Trending’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Summer Forlenza discuss the lingering impact of narcissistic parenting on adult children.
Narcissistic Parents Undermine a Child’s Self-Worth
Long-term exposure to a self-absorbed, critical parent can damage a child’s sense of self.
Healing is Possible
Resources like “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents” provide tools and insights to break free from harmful patterns.
Support Systems are Crucial
Therapy can be beneficial, but even a self-help book can be a validating and empowering first step on the healing journey.
