Sarah answers “This book is disgusting to me. I do not...”

Patricia Barry asked this question about Educated:

This book is disgusting to me. I do not understand why an educated and worldly individual would have difficulty understanding the horrible and violent upbringing that she experienced. It is unbelievable to me that she could not understand the violent situation, yet uneducated upbringing she endured. I have completely misunderstood her manner of education in a life in our country, in this country, how is this possible?

Sarah Gaslighting - she was taught to disbelieve the evidence of her own mind and experience. Structures of shame, fear and secrecy develop in families and …moreGaslighting - she was taught to disbelieve the evidence of her own mind and experience. Structures of shame, fear and secrecy develop in families and institutions in general and abusive relationships of all kinds. (less)

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