Most of us deal with a parent "bossing" us around at some point. It's fairly common, and you might even do so to your own children. But there's a difference between a parent who is on the stricter side and one who is flat-out controlling. Controlling parents attempt to dictate nearly every aspect of their child's life, even when they're adults. These behaviors can strongly impact a child's development, including how they approach relationships, make decisions, and handle problems.
Recognizing the signs of controlling parents is important when learning how to deal with them in adulthood. Click on for more.