Parentification represents one of the greatest challenges in psychotherapy from the perspective of resistance to change . The internal desolation and identity diffusion it creates, coupled with a pervasive unconscious attachment to past traumatic experiences of being unseen, unimportant, non-existent, and required to attend to others, forms some of the most persistent resistances to the psychotherapeutic process. These dynamics underpin deeply entrenched self-sabotaging ten

AI chatbots once seemed like a promising tool for mental health support but growing evidence, at least for now, suggests otherwise. These systems can subtly reinforce distorted beliefs, validate harmful narratives, and even create false memories. For those already feeling vulnerable, what feels like helpful advice may actually deepen confusion and distress.

Modern masculinity, emotional disconnection, and the hidden cost of societal expectations.

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