Family relationships can be complicated. Ongoing conflict, criticism, distance, or feeling unsupported can take a toll on your wellbeing and confidence. If family stress is affecting your mood, relationships, or ability to cope day-to-day, support can be a useful next step.

Signs This May Be Affecting You

You might notice:

• Repeated conflict, tension, or “walking on eggshells”

• Feeling criticised, dismissed, or not understood

• Difficulty setting boundaries without guilt

• Feeling responsible for other people’s emotions

• Avoiding family contact, or feeling trapped in it

• Ongoing stress around parenting, siblings, or adult family relationships

• Feeling anxious, low, or reactive after family interactions

• Grief about the family relationship you wish you had

• Difficulty communicating without escalation

• Strain on your partner relationship because of family issues