Growing up in a family of alcoholics greatly impacts children way into adulthood. Here are 13 struggles adult children of alcoholics face, even after they leave home and start a life of their own.
A young woman shared that her dysfunctional family doesn't prioritize holidays so she spent Christmas alone. She expressed how difficult and isolating this can feel, especially when compared to others on social media.
What are the effects of a dysfunctional family on the child? Toxic family dynamics can cause substance abuse, poor relationships, anxiety, and low self-worth.
Growing up in a dysfunctional family, each family member has their role. Here are five roles someone could have potentially played growing up in their dysfunctional family, according to relationship expert Todd Creager.