Parentified Child – Causes, Effects and Steps to Healing

The video addresses the issue of parentified children, where parental boundaries are overstepped, leading to role reversal. It explains boundary dissolution and its impact on self-identity, highlighting six types of role reversal. The causes include past parenting styles and circumstances like single parenting. Consequences include identity disruption and relationship issues. Therapeutic solutions involve inner child work and self-care strategies to rebuild boundaries and self-esteem.

How does the concept of boundaries relate to self-identity?

In what ways can shame and guilt affect an individual's self-perception?

What is the significance of the 'inner child' in the context of emotional regulation?

What steps can individuals take to prioritize self-care after experiencing role reversal?