Bad Childhood

Bad Childhood, Good Life Week: Charlie was physically abused by his mother until his mid-teens. This abuse has taken its toll on his ability to be a good dad and has made it difficult to...

Bad Childhood

Amanda's parents both suffered from mental illness and she's sad about her lost childhood, which was spent raising herself and taking care of her siblings. Dr. Laura: "Look at yourself as...

Bad Childhood

It took me a long time to realize I could take the things I saw and learned as a child and walk a completely different path. I’m 59 years old, and was finally able to talk to my parents...

Bad Childhood

Tabitha was placed into foster care after her father ruined her childhood by leaving her mother. Dr. Laura: "You are an amazing woman; you came from hell and built heaven."

Bad Childhood

19-year-old Kassidy has a bad dad and doesn't know what to do about their lack of a relationship. Dr. Laura: "Find a good replacement for what isn't good in your life."

Bad Childhood

Elizabeth's father hasn't been supportive, involved or loving, and she feels pretty bad about herself as a result. Dr. Laura: "You cannot count on selfish people to behave in lovable...

Bad Childhood

Marcy sent a group text to her siblings about the physical abuse she endured as a child, and many of her family members are mad at her now. Dr. Laura: "Don't fret over people who are...

Bad Childhood

Jack's mother has done a number of terrible things to him, but he's still hoping there is some way to have a relationship. Dr. Laura: "Acknowledge what you don't have and put effort into...

Bad Childhood

Steven's tumultuous childhood and bad parents are still impacting his life in a negative way. Dr. Laura: "Holding on to hope can hurt more than rejection."