The letter discusses the long-term effects of childhood abuse on an individual's mental health, highlighting how familial relationships can be strained due to a lack of understanding among family members. The writer shares their traumatic experiences with their mother and siblings, expressing frustration over their inability to grasp the depth of trauma experienced. The response emphasizes the significance of therapy in helping families understand and address these complex emotional issues, advocating for awareness and support for trauma survivors even years after the abuse ends.
"Your mother's dead. Get over it. How do I explain that when abuse starts before a child can walk, you don't just get over it?"
"I'm so sorry for the unrelenting trauma you experienced. Your children may mean well, but they are clueless about what the effects of physical, emotional and sexual abuse can be."
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