Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents

Written by Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD

Narrated by Marguerite Gavin

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable. You will see how these parents create a sense of neglect, and discover ways to heal from the pain and confusion caused by your childhood. By freeing yourself from your parents' emotional immaturity, you can recover your true nature, control how you react to them, and avoid disappointment. Finally, you'll learn how to create positive, new relationships so you can build a better life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc
• Release date: May 10, 2016
• ISBN: 9781515977025

Reviews for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

[Makayla Williams · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Gives clarity in understanding how to live a life moving forward during and after dealing with emotionally immature parents. Gives GREAT examples, extensive defining features and definitions to help you identify the people in your life as well as yourself.

[Hina Javaid 'student' · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Best self help book I’ve ever read hands down. Clear, concise and explains my life word for word. So many Aha -moments I stopped counting. Thank you to the author for writing this book! It’s changed my life!

[Courtney Kellogg · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a really hard book to listen to, because it was like I was being acknowledged and heard for the first time. It still hurts in a great way, because now I have some steps to reclaim myself from my childhood of having two emotionally immature parents. If you're conaider reading know that it will probably be hard for you as well, but you will also feel validated, heard, and empowered by what you learn. Good luck. ?

[Boona B Patience · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I wish I had this book in my early 20s it would have put a lot of things into perspective. But I am grateful for the information that will help me be a better version of myself

[Daisy Litaba · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

As I listened to this book, it spoke of my childhood 100%. It was very tough growing up with emotionally immature parents and I’m glad to know that there’s something I can do as an adult to improve on my emotional maturity in order to attract other emotionally mature individuals. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!

[Christina Depenbusch · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very validating of my past experiences. I also liked how it focused on my growth and not just on the toxic people in my life.

[Наталья · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very helpful exercises! Quite a lot of insights! ? It's easier to live now.

[Melanie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I’ve been hearing a lot about this book and now that I’ve finally read it, wow. If you’ve been thinking about reading this book, do it.

[Janine Enskat · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Incredibly insightful. I was able to see my parents for who they are and finally release my anger and hatred toward my father. I feel freedom for the first time.

[jas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a great book! I’m going to listen to it again tomorrow and again until I’m emotional mature. I learned a lot about myself and some of my relationships. Definitely apply this info to everyone you meet not just your parents. I’m considering ending my current situation with my babe because I realize that he’s very much so like my mother. I knew someone was off but I couldn’t figure it out & honestly he’s the reason I realized I was reacting out of childhood trauma:( but I’m thankful for that, now I will be able to grow.

[Shanique Lee-Lounds · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An eye-opening and liberating book! I am grateful, I read it. Everyone who has difficulties relating to their parents or spouse's parents should read this book. I now understand clearly how to navigate some difficult and stressful relationships.

[Catherine Tassé · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I thought this book was well written and concise but thorough in explaining family systems and patterns. Parts on enmeshment and related topics resonated with me more as I am going through something similar in my own life.

[aline · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Este o carte pe care aș fi vrut să o citesc de multa vreme. Am plâns recunoscandu-ma in descrierile copiiilor adulți și a fost înălțător sa îmi dau seama cum stau de fapt lucrurile în relația mea cu mama.imi place sa cred că această carte m-a ajutat sa fac lumina în viața mea. Sincere mulțumiri autoarei!

[Zsuzsa Szőke · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Oh man, this book is so good. So healing. I found it after long long long years of suffering from an absence of being seen, heard and appreciated by my family. I didn't understand why I was more curious about their personalities and emotions (& psychology in general!) than they were of mine or theirs. This book has helped me ALOT in understanding my lonely childhood and unmet emotional needs. If you're confused about the neglect and lack of emotional intimacy between you and your parents. If you are tired of feeling like your parents emotions are more important than yours. If you're tired of of blaming your parents for being f#cked up, this book is for you. I'm just so happy I found it. I now know that emotional literacy is the way to go. I now have way more understanding of the humans I call my parents. Ultimately I want to love them way more, understand myself more and be more understanding of the world around me. Healthy af book. 100% recommend for those who have felt invisible, who want to learn and grow and be more joyful.

Also, I just read other people's reviews and I'm so happy others too are feeling validated! Aw, yay. So so so wonderful.

[Adrianna Fedorowicz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Helped me to understand how my parents screwed me up and how to manage relationship with them moving forwards. Very enlightening book, especially the healing fantasy concept.

[Alexander Arroyo Green · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I highly recommend this! Had me in tears a few times, that’s the honest truth lol :,) Makes “things” make so much sense! Thank you!❤️

[Sascha Clark · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Life changing knowledge! I am so thankful to the author. This book brought understanding to so much confusion in my upbringing that I’d never thought would have an explanation. It’s a whole lot more insightful than my personal experiences with therapy.

[Mari Ekeløf · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book has change me forever, and It has given me a totally new life! I am so grateful for this masterpiece❤️? Please read this book!

[Akenroye Iyinoluwa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I absolutely loved this book! So much light was shed and I have gained more insight that would enable me get the best for myself as I relate with emotionally immature people.

[Brigitte Dreger · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Some useful information, but pretty high level. Recommend for those who haven’t started the therapy process

[Stephanie Kaywork · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I've recommended this to my closest friends. If you're looking for a better understanding, maybe some mental peace, or even closure on unhealthy relationships with your parents, this is the one to check out. Very good.

[Jordan C · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

My wife had an alcoholic mother and a father who has NPD so listening to this book was absolutely mind blowing. It was like it was written about them in fine detail. Be a good parent, be emotionally available and empathetic for your children. This book explains why doing the opposite is so damaging.

[Melissa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very insightful and well written. Identifies issues not frequently illuminated.

[Sarah Gatumbo · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

If you read nothing else on self awareness, read this.

[Marcella De Rosa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Good book if you experienced these issues. The first chapters are especially useful to understand and kinda “diagnose” if you are actually affected. Overall helpful.

[marcelle · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Maravilhoso! Vai se tornar o meu livro de cabeceira. Obrigada!!!

[Andreas Two · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Really good topic and idea, however the writing and narration was hard to follow attentively

[Vanessa Linda · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow. I don’t usually write reviews but I just had to say - definitely had a few epiphanies reading this book. And I’ve read alooot of self help books.

[Shelby Corwin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So glad I decided to read this book. It was extremely insightful and helpful. Sharing with my siblings.

[Anna Rafferty · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Someone described listening to this book as having coffee with a close friend who understands you. Reading it hits much harder. Have the coffee with the friend and then read it when you are ready.