7 “Normal” Habits That Are Actually Signs of Childhood Neglect (opens in new tab)

There are children who grow up being studied lovingly. Adults notice when their face changes. Adults ask follow-up questions. Adults hear the difference between “I’m tired” and “I’m devastated.” Adults walk back into the room after conflict. Adults repair. And then there are children who become emotionally self-service kiosks. In these cases, Nobody is intentionally cruel, necessarily. The child is fed. There are rides to school. Toothpaste exists. Christmas photos exist. Somebody occasionall...