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Bridgette Peteet Ph.d

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When “Helpful” Relatives Are Actually Hypercritical

How constant criticism masquerades as concern, and what to do about it.

28.07.2026 50

Psychology Today

Bridgette Peteet Ph.d

4 Types of Present-but-Absent Fathers

Distant, controlling, or self-absorbed fathers can leave lasting marks.

26.06.2026 80

Psychology Today

Bridgette Peteet Ph.d

If I Can’t Have It, Neither Can You: Exploring Crab Mentality

Crab mentality can turn milestones into moments of sabotage.

15.06.2026 90

Psychology Today

Bridgette Peteet Ph.d

Male-Centered Mothers and the Daughters They Leave Behind

When mothers center men, daughters learn love can mean self-abandonment.

18.05.2026 80

Psychology Today

Bridgette peteet ph.d

(Un)Happy Mother's Day

For adult children of abusive, neglectful, or emotionally unsafe mothers.

05.05.2026 90

Psychology Today

Bridgette peteet ph.d