If you grew up with an emotionally immature parent, learning how to heal and build a healthy relationship may seem impossible. But help is available! In this insightful book, psychologist Lindsay Gibson offers guidance for adult children of any age who are ready to overcome the legacy of their childhoods. Inside you’ll find step-by-step exercises and rituals designed to help you: Understand your parents’ issues and why they affected you so deeplyDevelop compassion for yourself and forgive your parentsCreate new, healthier relationships that reflect who you really are Move on from the pain of past betrayals and find peace and happiness “The Dr.
For who is this book for ?
This book is written for the adult child of an emotionally immature parent. If you are looking to better understand your childhood and how it has shaped who you are today, then this book is for you.” -Karen “This book is a must read for anyone who grew up with.
Pros :
- The author provides insight and guidance for adult children of any age who are ready to overcome the legacy of their childhoods.
- The book includes step-by-step exercises and rituals to help readers understand their parents’ issues and why they affected them so deeply.
- “Adult Children Of Emotionally Immature Parents” may help readers create new, healthier relationships that reflect who they really are.”
Cons :
- The book may be triggering for some readers.
- It is dense and may require effort to read.
- The exercises at the end of each chapter could be helpful, but also time consuming.”
Learn more about the author
Lindsay Gibson is a licensed psychologist who specializes in working with adult children of emotionally immature parents. She has been featured on NBC’s Today Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News 20/20, and numerous other media outlets.
Reader Reviews
“Finally, a book that understands what we’ve been through! Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents is an essential guidebook for anyone struggling to overcome the trauma of growing up with a self-involved or distant parent. Lindsay Gibson provides concrete steps and rituals to help readers understand their parents’ issues, forgive them, and build new relationships based on mutual respect. This compassionate and insightful book will change your life!”
“If you are an adult child of an emotionally immature parent, this book is definitely for you! Dr. Gibson offers compassionate and practical advice for healing the wounded parts of yourself so that you can finally move on and live a joyful life. Highly recommend!”
“Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents is an outstanding guidebook that offers hope and healing to adult children of dysfunctional families. Gibson has written a compassionate, insightful book that will help readers understand their parents’ issues and why they affected them so deeply. This wise book provides guidance for building healthier relationships, moving on from the pain of past betrayals, and finding peace and happiness.”
“This book is an amazing read for adult children of emotionally immature parents. Lindsay Gibson tackles the tough subjects with compassion and understanding, while providing helpful exercises and rituals to promote healing. I highly recommend it!”
