How do your parents communicate when you make a mistake?

They yell, criticize, or belittle you

They ignore your mistake and pretend it didn't happen

They calmly discuss the mistake and help you learn from it

Can you express your feelings and opinions freely?

No, they dismiss or invalidate my feelings/opinions

Sometimes, but they often make me feel guilty or ashamed

Yes, they listen and respect my feelings/opinions

How do your parents handle conflicts or disagreements?

They escalate arguments, resort to threats, or use physical force

They avoid conflicts and refuse to address the issue

They engage in open dialogue and strive for a resolution

Do your parents try to control or manipulate you?

Yes, they frequently use guilt, fear, or manipulation tactics

Occasionally, they try to control certain aspects of my life

No, they respect my autonomy and allow me to make decisions

How do your parents respond when you achieve something significant?

They downplay or diminish your achievements

They show little interest in your accomplishments

They celebrate and support your achievements

Have your parents ever physically harmed you or threatened to harm you?

Yes, they have physically harmed or threatened me

It's complicated; there have been instances of physical aggression

No, they have never physically harmed or threatened me

How do your parents make you feel about yourself?

They constantly criticize or demean me, making me feel worthless

They rarely acknowledge or appreciate me

They provide love, support, and encouragement

Do your parents invade your privacy or constantly monitor your activities?

Yes, they invade my privacy and monitor my every move

Sometimes, they make me feel like I have no personal space

No, they respect my privacy and trust me

How do your parents make you feel when you express your emotions?

They dismiss or invalidate my emotions

They ignore or avoid addressing my emotions

They listen and validate my emotions

Do You Have Emotionally Abusive Parents Quiz

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10 Questions | Total Attempts: 1070 | Updated: Mar 03, 2024

Having emotionally abusive parents can have a significant impact on your mental health and overall well-being. This "Do you have emotionally abusive parents" quiz will help you assess if you have such parents. Explore your experiences and behavior patterns to understand your parent-child relationship dynamics better.