Narcissism Glossary
shaking the other parent through the child's schedule
📅 One-sidedly and persistently changing or canceling the child's visits and parenting time without reasonable cause — breeding anxiety in the other parent and the child alike.
A schedule changed by unavoidable circumstance, like a sick child, differs from one changed to apply pressure.
A schedule changed by unavoidable circumstance, like a sick child, differs from one changed to apply pressure.
Often seen in situations like these
The handoff gets skipped at the last minute, or arrives hours early unannounced. Ask why, and the threat comes: no more visits.
When this happens, try this
💡 Keep schedules and change requests brief, in one channel. Answer with dates, times, and what the child needs — not the emotional battle.