Do you feel like your relationship with your child is strained, that something’s off, and you’re not as close as you’d like to be? Maybe they seem distant, unsure of themselves, or quick to shut down. The word gaslighting gets used a lot, but what does it mean in parenting, and could it be part of what’s getting in the way?

Discovering that your child has been deceitful can be incredibly frustrating for a parent. Here we explore five key reasons why children lie, and how to create a healthier and more honest relationship with your child.