daddy issues

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Noun

daddy issues pl (plural only)

1. (informal) Unprocessed trauma, especially in a girl, from having had an unhealthy relationship with one's father, causing one to behave erratically in romantic relationships.

   I might have to break up with Nora: she has serious daddy issues that she needs to sort out before dating anyone again.

See also

• attachment disorder
• attachment therapy