6 Toxic Things Parents Say To Their Child (and Should Stop)
Are there people in your life who you know are toxic? Perhaps, they you have a toxic mother? A toxic father? Maybe both parents are toxic. Whether or not your family members are toxic, Psych2Go made this video to help you realize the toxic things that your parents should not be saying to you.
Toxic words carry weight since there’s a greater cellular activity in the brain when negative memories are formed. Here are some phrases parents should avoid saying to children.
Disclaimer: If you can relate to any of these signs, please do not take this feedback as an attack on your character. This video was meant to be a self-improvement guide for those of you who have been feeling a little stuck. While it can be hard raising a child, it’s important to communicate with them with empathy and kindness.
Writer: Joshua Munoz
Script Editor: Isadora Ho
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Billie
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong
References
Gonzales, S. (May 29, 2019) How children pick up on parents’ anxiety and anger and why we should be mindful of how we act. SCMP. Retrieved at www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3012143/how-children-pick-parents-anxiety-and-anger-and-why-we.
NA. (Nov 26, 2018) Emotional suppression has negative outcomes on children. Science Daily. Retrieved at www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/11/181126093158.htm
Crow, S. (Apr 2020). 25 Things Parents Should Never Say to Their Kids. BestLife Retrieved at bestlifeonline.com/phrases-no-parent-should-use/
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For example, your par
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