Dr. Sherrie Campbell, a psychologist and author, discusses the topic of toxic parents and how to establish boundaries with them. She shares her personal experience of growing up with emotionally abusive parents and the impact it had on her. Dr. Sherrie emphasizes the importance of breaking the cycle of toxic family abuse and finding healing. She also addresses the difference between emotionally immature parents and sadistic, abusive parents. Dr. Sherrie provides insights on recognizing emotional immaturity and abusive behavior in parents and offers advice on setting boundaries. Dr. Sherrie discusses the process of healing from emotionally abusive parents and the challenges faced in the journey. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and cutting off toxic relationships. Dr. Sherrie shares her personal experiences and highlights the need to prioritize self-care and self-love. She also discusses the impact of emotionally abusive parents on adult relationships and provides insights on how to navigate them. The conversation delves into the characteristics of narcissistic parents and the different types of personality disorders that can contribute to toxic behavior.TakeawaysToxic parents can be emotionally immature or sadistic and abusive.Setting boundaries with emotionally immature parents may involve gray rocking and deflecting conversations back to them.Sadistic parents are intentionally cruel and will not respect boundaries.Recognizing emotional immaturity and abusive behavior in parents is crucial for healing.Breaking the cycle of toxic family abuse is essential for personal growth and well-being. Healing from emotionally abusive parents requires setting boundaries and cutting off toxic relationships.Self-care and self-love are essential in the healing process.Emotionally abusive parents can have a significant impact on adult relationships.Understanding the characteristics of narcissistic parents and different types of personality disorders can help in recognizing toxic behavior.Chapters00:00Introduction and Background03:02Defining the Mission and Purpose06:11Overcoming Adversity and Finding Healing10:03Understanding Emotional Immaturity in Parents12:28Differentiating Emotional Immaturity and Abuse21:28Dealing with Sadistic and Abusive Parents24:32Finding Healing and Personal Growth31:35The Importance of Self-Care and Self-Love in the Healing Process37:20Navigating Adult Relationships After Growing Up with Emotionally Abusive Parents42:08Recognizing the Characteristics of Narcissistic Parents and Different Types of Personality Disorders\To Get in Touch with Dr. Sherrie:https://drsherriecampbell.com/Sherapy Sessions Podcast:https://drsherriecampbell.com/cutting-toxic-family-ties-podcast/If you like this podcast please leave me a review and rate!For more info on my services such as Tarot readings, Coaching or Therapy please visit my website at www.therapeutichealingbyreese.comFollow me on Instagram!https://instagram.com/_keresse_?utm_medium=copy_linkFollow me on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/TherapeuticHealingByReese/