Eldest daughters often assume adult roles, becoming parentified children within families. This dynamic can lead to children carrying family burdens and emotional well-being responsibilities. While some develop coping skills, others face emotional and behavioral difficulties. Parents should assign age-appropriate responsibilities and avoid making children responsible for their emotions. Children need nurturing and permission to remain children, not just be useful.Psychologist explains the hidden cost of being the ‘responsible’ eldest daughter and how parents can help
Eldest daughters often assume adult roles, becoming parentified children within families. This dynamic can lead to children carrying family burdens and emotional well-being responsibilities. While some develop coping skills, others face emotional and behavioral difficulties. Parents should assign age-appropriate responsibilities and avoid making children responsible for their emotions. Children need nurturing and permission to remain children, not just be useful.