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I have a ? about abuse
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1188.4 in response to 1188.1
Hello aronjohnathon,
You have described an, unfortunately all too common existence for children in this country. The children's behaviour is a reaction to their home situation. These children are looking to escape what is a traumatic, disturbing, neglectful and emotionally abusive experience. Unfortunately, the child protective services often fail to respond to this type of situation, as they do not see this as dangerous to the child. What I see happening here is that these children, due to the obvious neglect can easily fall prey to a child predator, as well as accidents and injuries, due to lack of supervision. Their stealing could be that the Mom is failing to feed them and provide for their needs, emotional, physical and nutritional. The reason the children wander off is that, unconsciously they are seeking refuge away from their sad existence. Children in such an environment, often experience depression, distrust and resentment to the degree that they can become self abusive, agressive, angry, suicidal and may feel resentment that no one saves them from their pitiful situation. If they are survivors, they may become stronger, but at the loss of their innocence and their childhood. What you are doing is offering them a reprieve from their mother. Do you know a family member who cares and can step in?
Are there programs in your community that can help these children and this Mom? Is there a parent support group that can help them, that she may be willing to be part of? Can you start such a group to include her, if she is willing?
I hope you and those children the best. I offer parenting seminars. Where are you located? Perhaps I can help via email.
Let me know if this has been at all helpful
Good Luck
donalucia
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