Abuse is a term that refers to the mistreatment, harm, or infliction of injury on someone, either through physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or other means. Abuse can occur in various contexts, including relationships, families, institutions, and broader social settings. It is a serious violation of an individual’s rights and can have profound and lasting effects on their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being.
Hidden emotional abuse can be difficult to detect because it often takes place behind closed doors and can be subtle in nature. Emotional abuse can have a profound impact on an individual’s mental health and wellbeing, and can cause long-term damage to their self-esteem, confidence, and relationships. Some signs of hidden emotional abuse include: If… Read More Q & A – I suspect hidden emotional abuse?
Undue influence is a legal term that refers to a situation in which one person exerts pressure or influence on another person in a way that overpowers their free will and ability to make independent decisions. If someone makes you do something that you did not want to do through undue influence, it could be… Read More Q & A – What is undue influence?
Child abuse is a serious and damaging experience that can have long-lasting effects on a child’s physical, emotional, and mental health. The neurobiology of child abuse refers to the changes that occur in a child’s brain and nervous system in response to abuse, and how these changes can affect the child’s development and behavior. Research… Read More Q & A – Can you please explain the Neurobiology of Child Abuse?
Betrayal trauma is a term used to describe the emotional and psychological distress that results from a betrayal by a person with whom a close relationship is trusted and depended upon. The betrayal can involve infidelity, lying, hiding information, breaking promises, or violating boundaries, and it can occur in any type of close relationship, such… Read More Q & A – what is betrayal trauma?
When a parent betrays a child, it can be a particularly devastating form of betrayal trauma because parents are often the primary source of love, safety, and support for children. Betrayals by a parent can take many forms, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, abandonment, or other forms of mistreatment. The effects of parental betrayal… Read More Q & A – When a parent betrays a child
Adult children of psychopaths, narcissists, and sociopaths are individuals who were raised by parents with these personality disorders. These parents often exhibit patterns of manipulative, abusive, and controlling behavior, and may prioritize their own needs and desires over those of their children. Growing up with a parent who has a personality disorder can have a… Read More Q & A – I am an adult child of a psychopath?
I’m sorry to hear that your parents have negatively impacted your relationship. It can be incredibly challenging to navigate a situation where family dynamics are affecting your romantic relationship. It’s important to communicate with your partner and work together to identify the specific issues that your parents are causing. Here are a few steps you… Read More Q & A -My parents have ruined my relationship
I’m sorry to hear that you are struggling with a difficult parent. It can be incredibly challenging to navigate a relationship with a parent who has a personality disorder, especially when it is causing harm to your life. It’s important to remember that you are not responsible for your parent’s behavior or their disorder. You… Read More Q & A – My personality disordered parent is ruining my life
Linda C J Turner | Trauma Therapist & Emotional Healing Specialist 