Willa is only 10 years old, but her mother talks with her often about how she is lonely due to her husband's heavy workload. By making Willa her emotional confidant, Willa's mother is causing the ______ of her child.

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Parentification refers to a role reversal where a child is placed in the role of a caregiver or confidant to their parent, which can lead to emotional and developmental issues for the child.

Willa Is Only 10 Years Old, but Her Mother Talks