Childhood emotional neglect (CEN) is a term that refers to a pattern of neglectful parenting where parents fail to provide adequate emotional support and validation to their children. While physical neglect, abuse, and other forms of trauma are often more readily recognized, CEN can be equally damaging, leading to a variety of negative outcomes that can persist into adulthood.

Triangulation in relationships is a dysfunctional communication pattern that can be incredibly damaging. It occurs when a third party is brought into a relationship dynamic, either intentionally or unintentionally, to create tension or manipulate the situation.