Why Childhood Neglect Can Be as Harmful as Physical Abuse (Ep 37)

In this episode of the Healing Childhood Trauma Podcast, we explore one of the most overlooked forms of childhood trauma: neglect.We'll unpack the research that has transformed our understanding of childhood trauma, including a landmark review that challenged the idea that neglect is somehow "less serious" than other forms of childhood maltreatment.You'll discover how childhood neglect can affect the developing brain, nervous system, attachment, relationships, and sense of self, and why so many adults struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, and other trauma symptoms despite believing they had a "good" or "normal" childhood.Whether you're trying to understand the effects of childhood trauma, make sense of your own experiences, or begin your healing journey, this episode offers a compassionate, evidence-based perspective on why what didn't happen in childhood can sometimes be just as significant as what did.In this episode, you'll learn:Why childhood emotional neglect is often so difficult to recognise.What the research tells us about the long-term effects of childhood neglect. How unmet emotional needs can shape your mental health, relationships, attachment style, and self-worth in adulthood.Why understanding your childhood experiences can help you make sense of anxiety, relationship difficulties, and other signs of childhood trauma in adults.A practical healing reflection to help you begin connecting the dots between your childhood experiences and your life today.Link to study: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pmed.1001349&utm_________________________________If today's episode resonated with you, start here: 💌 Join the mailing list, where each week we dig deep into a topic not covered here and you’ll have first access to everything new. 🌐 Visit my website for info about working with me one-to-one or in groups:www.alecwilliamstherapy.co.uk✉️ Get in touch:Contact - Alec Williams Therapy