Children of “eggshell parents” feel they must tiptoe around their unpredictable and emotionally volatile parents, leading to hypervigilance, people-pleasing tendencies, and difficulty expressing their own emotions. Therapists describe eggshell parents as those who struggle with emotional regulation, potentially stemming from untreated personality disorders or emotional immaturity, impacting their children’s emotional development and ability to navigate relationships. Childhood experiences with eggshell parents can result in long-lasting challenges and coping mechanisms that persist into adulthood.
Full Article
Grandparents Sentenced to 40 Years for Grandson’s Murder
Two grandparents, Michael Ives (47) and Kerry Ives (46), were convicted of murdering their two-year-old grandson, Ethan Ives-Griffiths, who suffered severe abuse and died from a head injury in August 2021; they received 40-year sentences. Ethan's mother, Shannon Ives (28), was also found guilty of child cruelty and failing to protect him, highlighting systemic failures in child welfare oversight. Want More Context? 🔎
Read more