Do you sometimes feel like you're simply surviving instead of living? Do you often act like you're fine when in reality you feel lonely and disconnected? Maybe you have a good life, yet somehow it's not enough to make you happy. Or maybe you drink too much, eat too much, or take too many risks in an attempt to feel something. If so, you're not alone, and you may be suffering from the after-effects of growing up in an environment of emotional neglect. This illuminating guide helps you identify and heal it so you can be more connected and present in your life. A practicing psychologist for over twenty years, Dr. Jonice Webb has successfully treated numerous patients who come to her with a profound sense of emptiness. While many self-help books deal with what happened to you as a child, in Emotional Neglect in Childhood: Recognizing and Overcoming the Aftereffects, Webb addresses what didn't happen and should have. Silenced deficiencies that can leave profound scars for a lifetime. This book will help you understand your experiences and provide you with clear strategies for healing. It also includes a special chapter for mental health professionals.