Riley Star had always been a bit of a daddy's girl, but lately, she'd been feeling like she was growing apart from her dad. They used to be so close, sharing laughs and secrets, but as she entered her teenage years, things started to change. Her dad, Mark, became busier with work, and Riley found herself seeking attention and validation from other sources.
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| Indicator | Why It Matters | |-----------|----------------| | (e.g., “I love you more than anyone else”) that interferes with daily functioning. | May signal deeper attachment anxieties or boundary confusion. | | Aggressive attempts to cross physical boundaries (e.g., refusing to stop hugging after repeated prompts). | Could indicate an unmet need for physical security or modeling of inappropriate behavior. | | Significant distress (e.g., frequent crying, sleep problems) when the parent is unavailable. | May reflect underlying anxiety, depression, or trauma that requires additional assessment. | | Involvement of other adults (e.g., a child expressing a crush on a step‑parent, teacher, or coach). | Raises concerns about power dynamics and potential safety issues. | | Parental discomfort or inability to set limits | Increases risk of the child developing unhealthy relational patterns. | dadcrush riley star family therapy 14012 upd
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