Emotional neglect doesn’t always leave prominent scars. Sometimes, it shapes habits that might seem harmless on the surface ...

If you are familiar with the field of psychology, perhaps you have heard the story of Genie. Genie was raised in complete isolation in the 1950s and ’60s. She was emotionally deprived and physically ...

You don’t have to grow up in a loud, chaotic household to carry invisible wounds. Sometimes, it’s what didn’t happen that leaves the deepest scars. Emotional neglect often looks like quiet ...

Some children are literally raised to hide their emotional needs. They are taught to hide their feelings and make sure no one sees that they need natural, human essentials like emotional support, ...

Emotional neglect is heavy and those overlooked feelings from our early years can leave a lasting imprint on our adult lives. While it might not be dinner party conversation, understanding the nuances ...

When we think of neglectful parents, our minds might drift to someone who doesn't provide food or clothing—perhaps someone ...

Tension: We prize adult “composure” without questioning whether it stems from genuine self-awareness or a hidden emotional survival strategy. Noise: Our culture conflates self-reliance with maturity, ...

A break from school for the holidays is welcome by most students, but some may be returning home to a nightmare of abuse and ...

Children whose parents serve as positive role models are more likely to repeat the healthy behaviors they observe. Research ...

THE family of a young girl found severely malnourished have been charged with five counts of child neglect. Walter Goodman, ...