Golden child syndrome: How does it develop, and what effect does it have? by Theresa Lupcho, LPC | Sep 10, 2024 | Children, Teens, & Adolescents, Mental Health Topics How we’re treated as children, the dynamics of our family, and how we interact with our parents can have a long-lasting impact. When parents expect too much from a child, by giving them adult responsibilities and making their love conditional on fulfilling expectations, their child may develop golden child syndrome….