
奶露 小甜心
@RayyanaZayyan
Jul 3, 2026, 12:00 PM
Adults Hurt by Love: Facing Parental Domestic Violence and Emotional Abuse
Recently, I met a 25-year-old woman from Tianjin who shared with me the dark shadow that has been following her since childhood - the domestic violence and emotional abuse inflicted by her parents. Growing up, her parents frequently cheated on each other and even emotionally abused her, telling her that she was the reason they didn't get divorced. In reality, they had been physically and emotionally abusing her since she was a child, beating and scolding her for any minor infraction.
Listening to her story, I felt a mix of emotions. There are many parents who don't care about their children, and many who remarry after divorce, but parents who claim to love their children yet inflict domestic violence and emotional abuse on them are truly reprehensible. This behavior not only harms a child's physical and mental health but also has a profound impact on their personality and self-esteem.
I think that parents like these may not realize the harm they are causing. They may think that providing material comfort is enough, but children need more than just material love - they need emotional care and support. As parents, we need to reflect on our actions and consider whether we have hurt our children.
So, how do we face parental domestic violence and emotional abuse? First, we need to bravely confront reality and acknowledge that our parents may be hurting us. Second, we need to seek support and share our experiences with friends, family, or professionals. Finally, we need to learn how to protect ourselves, set boundaries, and distance ourselves from those who harm us.





