Emotional maturity isn’t a switch you can just flick on once you hit a certain age—it’s more like a muscle you need to exercise. It’s an ongoing process, one that requires introspection, a willingness ...

Have you ever been in an argument that feels unproductive? It’s a feeling most of us know all too well — but sometimes it can be frustrating to pinpoint exactly why you can never resolve your ...

Not all dysfunctional families involve physical abuse or extreme neglect. Being raised by an emotionally immature parent can ...

“Immaturity can be caused when an individual’s early emotional needs—like feeling secure and understood—weren’t consistently met as a child,” explains Cheryl Groskopf, LMFT, professional clinical ...

TikTok viewers aren’t staying silent about this. A therapist has sparked debate on social media after saying there are five signs someone is emotionally immature — and employing “the silent treatment” ...

Arguing is hard enough in and of itself, but doing it with an emotionally immature person makes it all the more difficult. People who are emotionally immature struggle to communicate effectively. As a ...

We live in a culture permeated by therapy, one in which people are eager to apply psychotherapeutic concepts to themselves and their closest relationships. That includes, naturally, the relationship ...

Growing up, we’re taught that our parents only want the best for us. And yet, sadly, for many people this is not the case. Some parents always put their own wants and needs first, lacking the empathy ...

It’s normal for teenagers to explore and develop their passions. If you were a teen who liked to draw, you might find yourself doodling in your notebook at school. What would you do if your mother got ...