Pathogenic Parenting Explained

What is pathogenic parenting? It’s a pattern of behavior that psychologically harms a child’s relationship with the other parent—often hiding in plain sight. This Collection sheds light on this misunderstood dynamic, offering education, validation, and trauma-informed insight for families navigating high-conflict custody and alienation.

Discover how to recognize the signs of pathogenic parenting, differentiate it from estrangement, and understand the long-term impact on a child’s emotional development. We also address the common myths and provide a compassionate, non-Gardner-based framework grounded in cult recovery, trauma science, and attachment theory.

If you’re feeling confused, blamed, or erased, this Collection helps you name the behavior—and start to break the cycle. For related insights, visit our Parental Alienation Solutions and Family Law Reform Insights Collections.