Learn why the silent treatment hurts so much and how attachment styles drive this behavior. Discover strategies to break the cycle and communicate healthily.

Oct 7, 2025 · Grew up in a household that only used silent treatment. I’m not worthy enough, so I keep my distance—guarding the space like a fragile secret nobody should touch.

May 10, 2025 · In this guide, we’ll explore the reasons behind your child’s silence and provide practical strategies for recognizing, understanding, and effectively responding to their behavior.

Nov 3, 2024 · In therapy, we explored how John’s experiences with Lisa mirror the emotional dynamics of his childhood. Growing up, his mother frequently used silence and emotional withdrawal as a form …

Below, everything you need to know about why communication—not silence—is the most compassionate, instructional path to take when you’re angry with your kid. Your child may not …

Sep 26, 2025 · In this post, we’ll explore how to recognize the warning signs of silent treatment abuse and how to respond in a healthy way. Before you continue, we thought you might like to download …

Jan 19, 2024 · We asked psychologist Kia-Rai Prewitt, PhD, to detail the psychology behind the silent treatment. She explains why it’s so upsetting, how to handle it and whether it’s a form of emotional …

Sep 23, 2024 · The silent treatment can be one of the most confusing and painful experiences for children. When a caregiver, intentionally or not, withdraws emotionally and refuses to engage, the …

Feb 17, 2025 · Giving someone the silent treatment can make them feel excluded and ignored. Find out why people do it, whether it is abuse, and how to respond.

Oct 6, 2025 · I want to talk about something that is deeply painful and frustrating: the silent treatment from a parent. If you’ve experienced this, you know how hurtful it feels. Growing up, the silent …