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Scenario

When your child's anger at an absent parent lands on you

My 8-year-old son hits me when he is angry and I know it is because he cannot hit his dad who left but I am the one with the bruises.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The present parent becomes the emotional punching bag for rage that rightfully belongs elsewhere.

Your guide for this
Hypatia
Hypatia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Single Parenting?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.