Narcissism Glossary

keeping parenting contact brief when conflict runs high

๐Ÿ›ค๏ธ Parallel parenting is an independent co-parenting arrangement for divorced or separated parents in severe conflict: friction is minimized, and communication runs only through clear, essential child-related business.

Not the answer for every family โ€” the agreement, the court's orders, and the child's needs all get weighed together.

Often seen in situations like these

Only the child's medical, school, and handoff matters travel โ€” through the agreed app or text. When the old relationship surfaces, the conversation returns to the child's business.

When this happens, try this

๐Ÿ’ก Set the channel, the response times, and the topics in advance. Where violence or stalking is a risk, look into protective arrangements or an intermediary before expanding direct contact.

Type explanatory concept ยท Topic Family, marriage & co-parenting ยท Term Parallel Parenting and Business-like Communication ยท Also known as Parallel Parenting and Business-like Communication

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