EXCLUSIVE: Reality Tidbit caught up with a family therapist as 7 Little Johnstons fans can’t help but express their concerns for Anna Johnston this Spring. Amber and Trent Johnston, and their kids all returned for season 14 and some of the family members are embarking on super exciting times of their live on the TLC show.
Liz Johnston and Brice Bolden welcome their first child together in season 14, Alex is headed off to prom, Emma aces her first job, and 7 Little Johnstons fan-favorite Anna purchases her first home. There are milestones being hit all over the TLC show, but fans are convinced Anna is being treated as a “black sheep.”
7 Little Johnstons fans fear for Anna
As TLC star Anna appears in another season of 7 Little Johnstons, fan comments about the dynamic with her family are mounting.
Many viewers of the show take to Reddit threads to suggest Anna gets “different treatment” than that of her siblings.
One fan commented: “It really annoys me that they downplay Anna’s intelligence…”
More said they think the way Anna’s siblings speak to her is “…quite condescending.”
Some suggest her “…family is jealous of her.” And, others say they think Anna is “treated unfairly.”
Another commented on the thread: “I’ve always felt bad for Anna …”
Anna is thriving
It’s safe to say, despite fan speculation about her relationship with her family, Anna appears to be thriving.
She became a homeowner in season 14 and her father, Trent Johnston, said he was “proud” of her.
Some fans write on Reddit how they “love that Anna has gone her own way.” But, her parents appear to be supportive of her achievements.
Qualified family therapist Sophie Cress told Reality Tidbit: “This can result in feelings of seclusion and animosity that, if left unaddressed, can have a long-lasting impact on family relationships.”
But, above everything else, Sophie adds: “However, it’s crucial to remember that a television show is a curated representation of reality, and editing can influence viewers’ perceptions.
The family might have complex dynamics that aren’t fully explored on-screen. Other family members could be facing their own challenges, which might not be as evident to the audience.”
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