“What is a toxic parent?” you might ask. Well, a toxic parent is a mother, father or guardian whose presence in a child’s life causes more danger or damage emotionally, physically or psychologically to the child.

Toxic behaviours mean behaviours that are transmitted unto children that could cause potential harm directly or indirectly.

A toxic parent is a parent who inflicts emotional damage that affects a child’s sense of self. Any parent who is abusive verbally, physically and or (in some cases) sexually is toxic to any child. A toxic parent can also be a parent who is inadequate or ignores a child’s emotional needs. (more…)