Science Explains What Happens When Someone With Unloving Parents Becomes an Adult [Video]

Here’s the trauma unloved children carry into adulthood.

Imagine growing up with an anchor tied to your heart, dragging you down with every step. This metaphor perfectly describes how it often feels for the adult who has grown up in a home with unloving parents. The weight of emotional neglect and abuse can follow you into adulthood, affecting your mental health and relationships. But just as an anchor can be lifted, so, too, can these burdens be eased.

Healing from such deep wounds takes time and effort. But it is possible.

Growing up with unloving parents can leave deep scars. These wounds are trauma, which can shape who you become as an adult.

These early experiences influence mental and emotional health, relationships, and well-being. Understanding these effects can help you find paths to healing and growth.