Last week, we discussed how the Harsh Inner Critic can develop when the basic needs of children are not met. The last post looked specifically at four of those needs: place, attachment, nurture and attachment. Now, we will address the other four basic needs of children: support, structure, respect and emotional boundaries.
Tag: adult children of alcoholics
12 Characteristics Of Adult Children Of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families
Last week, we looked at 11 rules commonly found in families where any variety of dysfunction exists, including Adult Children of Alcoholics. Those rules are often formed before a child is aware that they exist. They remain unconscious and powerful directives in our lives well into adulthood.
This week, we want to talk about 12 ways these rules manifest in our adult behaviors.