The Electra complex is a term used to describe the female version of the Oedipus complex. It involves a girl, aged between 3 and 6, becoming subconsciously sexually attached to her father and increasingly hostile toward her mother. Carl Jung developed the theory in 1913.

What is an enmeshed mother daughter relationship?

In an enmeshed relationship, a mother provides her daughter love and attention but tends to exploit the relationship, fortifying her own needs by living through her daughter. They call these mothers “mothers without borders,” as they tend to lack the ability to establish healthy boundaries.

Is it normal for daughter to be attracted to mother?

Many boys are attracted to their mothers at a young age. Many suppress this attraction and it fades through puberty, and many develop an aversion to thinking about their mother sexually. However, it is a normal variation of sexual attraction that some retain and continue to have it as adults.

What is emotional incest?

Covert incest, or emotional incest, occurs when a parent or caregiver relies on a child for the support that an adult partner would usually provide. They may also treat the child like a romantic partner. Covert incest is different from physical incest because it does not involve sexual abuse. But it, too, causes harm.

Why are kids attached to mom?

Young kids under the age of three routinely cling to their parents. They may chase after them, cry when they are not near, and be unhappy when they have to share their parents attention with others. Attachment is meant to make our kids dependent on us so that we can lead them.

Why are toddlers attached to mom?

Clinging to mom or dad is often a signal that the child is looking for more information. The toddler might be trying to keep it all together or feel frightened. The need to stay very close to you is likely to increase when your child is feeling sick or very tired.