EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 37 MIN
Family Estrangement and Cutoffs
from Psychology America with Dr. Alexandra · host Dr. Alexandra, Psychologist with Dr. Tamsen Thorpe, PhD
What topic interests you? Leave me a voicemail. Recent studies indicate that about one in four Americans experience some form of family estrangement. This statistic is alarming, as many individuals report feeling deeply troubled by this estrangement. A significant portion of these estrangements occur between parents and their adult children, emphasizing the need for understanding and addressing familial relationships. In this podcast and video, expert guest Dr. Tamsen Thorpe and I explore the causes, implications and solutions for family estrangement, drawing on insights from experts in psychology and family dynamics.What is Family Estrangement?Family estrangement refers to a cutoff in communication or contact between family members. It ranges from complete no contact to limited interactions, such as only connecting through social media. It is not always a straightforward situation; some families might maintain superficial ties while feeling emotionally distant. Understanding these nuances is crucial for addressing the underlying issues that contribute to estrangement.Support the showThis show was created with love. The following are seven ways you can support and encourage my efforts to create new content, from easiest to hardest: Press “follow” on the podcastPress “follow” on YouTube @alexandramillerclarkShare a helpful podcast episode with a friend Share a helpful YouTube episode with a friendLeave the podcast a rating on iTunesLeave the YouTube a rating on iTunesBuy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dralexandra
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What topic interests you? Leave me a voicemail. Recent studies indicate that about one in four Americans experience some form of family estrangement. This statistic is alarming, as many individuals report feeling deeply troubled by this estrangement. A significant portion of these estrangements occur between parents and their adult children, emphasizing the need for understanding and addressing familial relationships. In this podcast and video, expert guest Dr. Tamsen Thorpe an...
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