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paratification 

The replacement of a parent by the child in a supportive way
Paratification is what my brother did by taken the role of my absent father on him
paratification by MoStipulate April 5, 2023

parentification 

The psychological phenomenon where children grow up too fast, often taking on adult responsibilities to please their parents and surrounding adults.
She became the family caregiver at a young age, a classic case of parentification that made her miss out on a normal childhood.
parentification by Emotional Cruiser September 21, 2025