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Outgrowing the Pain: A Book for and About Adults Abused As Children

This book outlines some of the ways an adult may be affected by abuse or neglect as a child. It also helps the adult recognize the change that can be accomplished in breaking patterns and habits which resulted from the impact of abuse.

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