I’m currently reading several books by Alice Miller, an author and researcher whose focus is on child abuse and mistreatment.
When I was growing up, I’ve always felt that my parents were not like other people’s parents. I wish I had known about and had access to books like those written by Miller, who relate the stories of people like myself. I guess they must have always been available at the library, but I had never thought to look for such books until recent years.
It’s a tremendous relief to have someone explain what I have gone through… » [Expand post] [Permalink]