Children Quote by Roger Gould
“Deep inside us, we know what every family therapist knows: the problems between the parents become the problems within the children.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Family Therapy: Concepts and Methods, 1979
Children often mirror their parents' unresolved issues, leading to emotional and behavioral problems.
In simple terms: Kids reflect their parents' problems.
Key Takeaway
Address parental issues to help children.
Themes
family dynamics
psychology
parenting
generational trauma
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- parent‑child conflicts
- school behavioral issues
Key Concepts
attachment theory
systemic patterns
emotional inheritance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you see parental conflict affecting your child?
- What steps can break this cycle?
A Different Perspective
Children may also be influenced by peers and genetics, not just parents.
