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Until they reach a certain age, children are theirparentsresponsibility.

But some people see no problem with dropping their responsibilities on others.

Takethis redditor, for example.

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Its no surprise that the young man eventually called CPS on his ownfamily.

In addition, they do not receive acknowledgment or support for taking on these responsibilities.

The aforementioned source points out that roughly 1.4 million children and adolescents in the US experience parentification.

Teen boy in black hoodie and red headphones looking stressed, seated on a bed.

Some people parent their children because they never learned to handle their own feelings, for instance.

Some might have been parentified themselves, which became a way of parenting they decided to follow.

These kids may get so mature for their age or so low maintenance.

Teen describes family situation involving CPS and parental alcohol issues.

And those roles take a toll, the expert wrote.

Check out the results:

Text excerpt about a 16-year-old feeling burdened with responsibilities in dysfunctional family dynamics.

Text describing a son preparing meals as the man of the house while siblings aren’t expected to help.

Teen manages household responsibilities while parents are unavailable.

Teen managing household bills and finances with checklist responsibility.

Text about a teen taking money from dad’s wallet due to being made “man of the house” by mom.

Teen expected to lead household, mom spends freely, family struggles with money amidst responsibilities.

Text describing family dynamics with a focus on favoritism and neglect.

Mother talks to a stressed teen boy in a plaid shirt, emphasizing the role of a man of the house.

Text describing a mom making a 16-year-old boy the man of the house, taking over responsibilities like walking siblings.

Text describing a teen’s restricted social life because of parental excuses, relating to being the “man of the house.

Text describing a teenager discussing responsibilities at home despite parents' presence.

Text describing a 16-year-old’s struggle as man of the house; mom ignores school issues, leading to CPS involvement.

Text from a 16-year-old discussing being made the man of the house and considering dropping out of school.

Text message revealing discussion on insufficient food in the house and school lunch account issues, related to CPS involvement.

CPS visit details text describing removal and financial actions by mom after several visits.

Text message from a teen discussing CPS involvement and family issues, highlighting being the man of the house.

Text revealing family tension after a teenager contacted CPS about being made the man of the house despite father’s presence.

Text about a 16-year-old being told by mom to be the man of the house, questioning family responsibilities.

“[Am I The Jerk] For Calling CPS On My Family And Asking To Be Removed From Our House?”

“[Am I The Jerk] For Calling CPS On My Family And Asking To Be Removed From Our House?”

Reddit comment thread about a teen dealing with neglectful home life and seeking help.

Reddit discussion about a 16-year-old becoming man of the house, with focus on family dynamics and potential CPS involvement.

Reddit comments criticizing parenting dynamics, emphasizing undue pressure on teens to be family leaders.

Reddit comment condemning parentification and responsibility placed on a 16-year-old boy.

Text discussing parentification and CPS involvement due to neglect and abuse.

Text post praising a teenager for bravery and parenting skills, describing them humorously as likely to call CPS.

Reddit comment discussing family dynamics and character judgment involving a 16-year-old being the man of the house.

Text post about mom making 16YO be man of the house, with advice and encouragement from commenters.

Text comment discussing a situation where a mother and father leave children unattended.

Reddit comment criticizing a mother for making her 16-year-old son the man of the house, applauding child’s decision.

Text screenshot about a 16-year-old being made man of the house despite father present.

Text offering encouragement to a teenager forced to take on adult responsibilities, highlighting their strength and efforts.

Reddit comment discussing a 16-year-old being unfairly made ‘man of the house’ and advice on seeking help from CPS.

Reddit comment saying “You’re very brave. Best wishes! NTA.

Text conversation discussing parentification and its effects on freedom and family.

Comment discussing CPS involvement with family issues, sibling dynamics, and parental influence.

Comment on mom making 16YO man of the house, empathizing and encouraging not to feel guilty.

Comment supporting 16-year-old being man of the house, praising focus on schoolwork.

Comment supporting 16-year-old taking on adult responsibility in family situation.

Comment praising a 16-year-old for being smarter than their parents and offering encouragement and support.

Comment criticizing parents for making teen be the man of the house.

Reddit comment criticizing parenting, emphasizing the impact on a 16-year-old made to be the man of the house.

Reddit comment discussing neglect and emotional development concerning a 16-year-old as the man of the house.

Text describes parentification issues, teenager’s responsibilities, and a mother’s neglect.

“Reddit comment about a 16-year-old being the man of the house and family dynamics.”

Comment criticizes parents, suggesting jail time for making 16-year-old the man of the house despite having a husband.

A supportive Reddit comment addressing a teen forced into parental roles within the family dynamics.

Reddit comment discussing “parentifying” of a teenager, criticizing parents for forcing adult responsibilities.

Text conversation criticizing a mother’s actions, suggesting teen as the man of the house, mentions CPS involvement.