Predatory parents don’t “accidentally” create chaos — they use coercive control, narcissistic traits, and manipulation to pull everyone into their narrative, including our children. These patterns are intentional: grandiosity, victimhood, false empathy, DARVO, and the constant recruiting of others to reinforce their story. And yes — they know exactly how to work the systems around us. If you’re seeing your child repeat their words or align with their version of events, please remember: this is a

Coercive parents often use children as tools of control because it allows them to maintain power while avoiding direct confrontation. By manipulating the parent-child dynamic, they create pressure, guilt, and obligation, ensuring their influence lingers even when you’re trying to break free. . . . #divorcedfamily #coparenting #divorce #narcissisticabuse #coparentingwithanarcissist #boundaries #highconflictcoparent #settingboundaries #coercion #coercivecontrol #highconflictcoparenting #postsepara