At least 1/3 of the population has been in an abusive relationship at some point. Emotional and psychological abuse often go undetected and under-reported, which means that 1/3 is probably a low estimate. These relationships can destroy the mind, body and spirit. Most suffer in silence, not knowing what is happening or what to do. Emotional abuse accompanies all forms of abuse and surprisingly is the most devastating. Physical wounds can be seen and treated in a way that emotional wounds cannot. Childhood sexual abuse, especially in young boys is probably the most invisible. Oprah was instrume
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