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Psychologist Says 'Your Child Shouldn't Be Your Best Friend' - Gloucestershire Live

Experts warn that emotional parentification often results from parents' struggles with mental health, addiction, or exhaustion, impacting children's well-being and requiring therapeutic intervention.

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The expert explained why the 'best friend' relationships that families often share in TV shows could be harmful

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Psychologist's warning for anyone who is best friends with their mum or dad

Although it's great to have a close relationship with your family, it's important to establish boundaries

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Psychologist says 'your child shouldn't be your best friend' - Gloucestershire Live

The expert explained why the 'best friend' relationships that families often share in TV shows could be harmful

·Gloucester, United Kingdom
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Psychologist says 'your child shouldn't be your best friend'

The expert explained why the 'best friend' relationships that families often share in TV shows could be harmful

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examinerlive.co.uk broke the news in on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
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