Do these kinds of family dynamics cause self image issues that carry forward into our adult intimate relationships? A lot of people have suffered much worse than just not feeling accepted or belonging.
MincedGarlic,
Sure they do. I see your dad seems avoidant. My dad is narcissistic, I didn't feel like he wanted me around as a kid. I craved his attention, the attention I got when my ex wife was idealizing me in the beginning of our relationship felt amazing, I lacked that attention and validation in childhood. I felt accepted by someone.