Children don’t ask to be brought into this world. So at the very least, you’d hope they’d be welcomed by loving and supportive parents who can make life feel a little less scary as they grow up. Sadly, that’s not always the case, and many end up dealing with awful family members who only make things harder instead.
Below, we’ve rounded up some of the most infuriating moments people have posted about toxic and manipulative parents online. While reading them won’t undo the lasting scars, it can at least be a reminder that no one going through this is truly alone. Scroll down to see them, and feel free to share your own experiences in the comments.