Adult Children of Emotionally Immatur..., Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD
Adult Children of Emotionally Immatur..., Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD
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Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents

Author: Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD

Narrator: Marguerite Gavin

Unabridged: 6 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 05/10/2016


Synopsis



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.

About Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD

Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist in private practice who specializes in individual psychotherapy with adult children of emotionally immature parents. She is author of Who You Were Meant to Be and writes a monthly column on well-being for Tidewater Women magazine. In the past she has served as an adjunct assistant professor of graduate psychology for the College of William and Mary, as well as for Old Dominion University. Dr. Gibson lives and practices in Virginia Beach, Virginia.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Thomas on August 25, 2018

Hands down one of the best Psychology books I have ever read. I love this book so, so much. As anyone who has read my blog knows, I grew up with pretty awful (i.e., abusive) parents, so this book validated my experiences in such a profound way. I appreciate how Lindsey Gibson honors the emotional ex......more

Goodreads review by September on June 01, 2019

Two words: Life altering. It's hard to review such a book without getting personal. I'm not interested in sharing my dirty laundry or my family's, but this book has completely changed my life. I learned I wasn't alone, and I learned many "whys." More importantly, beyond explaining the "hows" and "wh......more

Goodreads review by Morgan on July 31, 2023

I avoided this one for a good minute. For some reason I just ‘wasn’t in the mood’ for it. But I’ll be ding danged if it didn’t hit the bullseye 🎯 Sometimes we (I) avoid the the best stuff, and go for the close but not quite thing, or even the wrong thing altogether. Funny how that works. And that’s ki......more

Goodreads review by Danila on May 08, 2024

In this wise and practical guide, a clinical psychologist who grew up with emotionally immature parents, provides powerful strategies to help you recognize and break free from the frustrating patterns of your relationship with your parents and discover the invaluable gifts they can offer you as well......more

Goodreads review by Lisa of Troy on May 20, 2025

Welcome aboard the train wreck of my life! I’m glad you’re here. My therapist recommended this book. Yep. I have a therapist now. Didn’t I tell you that I’m heartbroken? I lead a quiet life, a small life, and I am frightfully alone, afraid that I will leave this world unseen. If you want a hoot, I high......more