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Removing yourself from the situation can sometimes be the best defense against being used as a scapegoat, but this isn't always simple or feasible. If that's the case, another choice might be to try your best to stay out of it.
Although it may be hard for you to accept the toxicity - due to a close bond, or a family member that needs to be in your life - you have the choice to enable them or get away from them.
The moment you put a stop to people taking advantage of you and disrespecting you, is when they define you as difficult, selfish or crazy.
Manipulators hate boundaries.
Relationships with other family members may be strained or even at an all-time low for the victimized family member. They might be used as a scapegoat, blamed, or excluded, which would cause a breakdown in communication and a lack of family support.
A toxic family may disregard your boundaries, create unhealthy situations, and cause more stress than joy. If your family has an unhealthy dynamic, you might have to sever ties with them.