How Mother’s Addiction Affects Children
Jan 1st, 2008 by admin
Children whose parents - and especially their mothers - are drug or alcohol abusers have a very traumatic and disturbing childhood that affects them in an extremely negative way. They become emotionally weak and often do not learn healthy ways to handle problems. When the mother herself is not in a position to give her children the guidance they deserve - who will?
Children of Addicts Suffer Low Self Esteem
According to studies, a mother who abuses drugs or alcohol has a greater tendency to act violently with the children. The emotional and psychological damage is irreparable. Children feel emotionally insecure when the mother does not pay much attention on them, and they look outside the home for emotional support, love and affection.
Parent’s Addiction Impacts School Performance
There are chances that such children may not do well academically as they may not be able to concentrate well. According to various studies, approximately 20 million children are suffering from emotional, physical and verbal abuse from parents. Such children are unable to trust people easily and are forced by the family environment to become responsible at a very young age.
Is this the legacy you want to leave? Even if your children are grown, there is still time to try and mend the relationship.
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