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Dealing with a toxicparentcan be both frustrating and exhausting.

That kind of behavior only ever puts everyone in an awkward situation.

They took to the web seeking advice.

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When theirdadpassed, he left them everything in his will, including cash and most of his stuff.

When OP was honest with her, she demanded a share of the inheritance.

It would definitely seem their mother is a nasty piece of work.

Elderly man in hospital gown, lying in a bed with medical equipment in the background.

If youve ever had to deal with someone even remotely like her, you might probably relate.

And is there any way to cut her off for good, if need be?

We went looking for answers.

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David Rosensteinto get his take on the matter.

Not in any legal way it appears, and not even from a psychological perspective.

We asked Dr. Rosenstein how he would advise OP to handle any future harassment from their toxic mom.

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Strong boundaries and not to give at this stage.

Doing so will likely set up an expedient dynamic or entrench a possible existent one.

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