One in four children will be abused before the age of 18. This is a shocking statistic, and it’s one that we need to do something about. In this blog post, we will discuss the warning signs of an abusive parent. If you are a parent, it is important to be aware of these signs so that you can get help if needed. If you know someone who is being abused, please reach out for help.
Controls and Manipulates
An abusive parent often tries to control their child through manipulation. They may try to make the child feel guilty for things they didn’t do or tell them they are bad when they haven’t done anything wrong. They may also try to control what the child does, who they spend time with, and what they wear.
Uses Threats or Violence
An abusive parent may use threats or violence to control their child. They may threaten to hurt the child or actually hurt the child. They may also threaten to harm other people, such as the child’s other parent, grandparents, or pets.
Makes Their Children Feel Guilty and Responsible for the Abuse
An abusive parent may try to make their child feel guilty and responsible for the abuse. They may say things like, “If you weren’t such a bad kid, I wouldn’t have to hit you.” They may also blame the child for the abuse, saying that it is the child’s fault.
Isolates Their Children
An abusive parent may try to isolate their child from other people. They may not allow the child to see other family members or friends. They may also keep the child home from school or activities.
Has Unrealistic Expectations
Abusive parents often have unrealistic expectations of their children. They may expect the child to be perfect or to meet their own personal standards. They may also expect the child to do things that are not developmentally appropriate, such as caring for younger siblings.
Is Overly Critical
An abusive parent is often overly critical of their child. They may find fault with everything the child does. They may also put the child down, call them names, or make fun of them.
Is Jealous or Possessive
An abusive parent may be jealous or possessive of their child. They may be overly protective of the child or not allow the child to have any privacy. They may also try to control who the child talks to or what they do.
Gets Worse Over Time
The abuse often gets worse over time. The abusive parent may start out with just verbal abuse but eventually, start using physical violence. The abuse may also become more frequent or more severe over time.
If you see any of these warning signs in a parent, it is important to get help. There are many organizations that can help families affected by child abuse. You can also contact your local child protective services or law enforcement agency.…
