Toxic Parenting: An Exploration of Issues and Consequences for Young Adults

Mohammed Shamil Hussain UP, Divya Konickal, Neeraj MS, Department of Psychiatric Social Work, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences , Department of Tribal Studies, Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Department of Psychiatric Social Work, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences

Journal of Family Issues

Published online on February 19, 2026

Abstract

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Toxic parenting, marked by harmful and inappropriate parenting practices, significantly affects person’s psychological, emotional, and social well-being. This qualitative study explores the consequences of toxic parenting on young adults through in-depth ...