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An overbearingparentcan be the source of much frustration, especially once youre an independent adult.
When OP called her, she said through tears that she was worried about her.
Well, the next day, OPs mom asked her if she could put a tracking app on herphone.
OP told her that was a slippery slope she didnt intend going down, and once again refused.
If you know a parent like her, you’ve got the option to probably relate.
So, whats the best way for OP to deal with her?
We went looking for answers.
But just what happens when youre constantly protected from lifes challenges?
According to Pace, its likely youll experience a lack of independence and suffer from low self-esteem.
To add to that, you could experience strain in your relationships because you struggle to trust others.
You might also have overwhelming anxiety when faced with unfamiliar situations.
In her post forChoosingTherapy, Ashley Stuck puts forward several strategies for dealing with a controlling parent.
