"Many times this pain is attributed to experiences we have had in our families. Currently, the new buzz in the social science world is around the “Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Study.” This study attributes people’s life outcomes to the experiences they have had during their upbringings.
"Many people who have had abuse, neglect and abandonment issues during childhood have ended up being violent, having drug or alcohol issues, or criminal histories. These results should not startle anyone. What should startle you is the fact that many times these individuals’ emotional pain has not been addressed.
"One thing that has been a part of Black culture is “What happens in this house stays in this house.” This has been a staple statement in many Black families. Other cultures also apply this same principle, which has historically had a relevant purpose. It has been used to prevent harm from outside forces to be done to the family...."
http://www.spokesman-recorder.com/2013/04/03/its-time-to-talk-addressing-our-emotional-pain/
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