What is matrophobia, the fear of becoming like your mother?

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For some people, their mother is someone they admire and hope to become more like. But for others, it’s the complete opposite. They grow up telling themselves one thing: whatever happens, I’m not going to end up like my mum. For some, that feeling can become a real source of anxiety. Psychologists have a name for it: matrophobia. So where does that fear come from? Does this only affect daughters? So are difficult mother-daughter relationships inevitable? So how do you break the cycle? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Could intentional lazy parenting foster your child's independence? Do parents really not have a favorite child? Is it possible to not love your parents? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices