Should I Cut Off My Parents? Quiz -

How would you describe your parents’ communication style?

Well-meaning but sometimes unclear

Critical and judgmental

Open and respectful

Harsh, manipulative, or aggressive

Do your parents try to control your life decisions (career, relationships, etc.)?

No, they trust me to make my own choices

They pressure me, but I can push back

They give advice, but let me decide

Yes, they try to control every aspect of my life

How optimistic are you about improving your relationship with your parents?

Very optimistic, things can definitely improve

Not at all, I don’t see things getting better

Somewhat optimistic, but it will take effort

Unsure, it feels like a long shot

How do your parents react when you set boundaries?

They sometimes ignore or push them

They completely respect them

They’re willing to listen and compromise

They react negatively or get upset

How do your parents respond when you express your emotions?

They listen and support me

They brush it off or change the subject

They dismiss or invalidate my feelings

They try to comfort me, even if they don’t fully get it

How do your parents treat your friends, partner, or chosen family?

They are polite but distant

They criticize them but tolerate them

They are kind and welcoming

They openly dislike or disrespect them

How do you feel after spending time with your parents?

Drained or upset

Energized and happy

A bit stressed but okay

Neutral or fine

How often do your parents make you question your self-worth?

All the time, I feel worthless around them

Occasionally, but not too often

Fairly often, though it’s not intentional

Never, they make me feel valued

Do your parents acknowledge and apologize for their mistakes?

They brush it off or justify their behavior

No, they never admit fault

Sometimes, but it’s rare

Yes, they take full responsibility

Do your parents respect your personal life, privacy, and boundaries?

No, they regularly invade my privacy

They overstep sometimes, but not too much

Yes, completely

They respect most things, but not everything

Do your parents expect you to meet unrealistic standards or demands?

Yes, they have high expectations

They set impossible standards and I’m always failing

No, they just want me to be happy

Sometimes, but they’re not too strict

How do your parents handle disagreements or conflicts with you?

They tend to escalate things or get defensive

They try, but sometimes things get heated

They yell, accuse, or refuse to listen

They calmly discuss and resolve issues