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Book Synopsis: When a parent singles out a child for special privileges and attention, that child is often unaware that the relationship is unhealthy—even incestuous. As adults, these children struggle to feel validated, because while they have not been directly abused, they feel a sense of violation and crossed boundaries—usually done in the name of 'love' and 'caring.' The parent's love feels more confining than freeing, more demanding than giving, more intrusive than nurturing. Yet these children suffer from what psychologist Kenneth Adams calls The Silent Seduction—because there is nothing loving or caring about a close parent-child relationship that services the needs of the parent rather than the child.
In this revised and updated 20th anniversary edition of his groundbreaking book Silently Seduced, Dr. Adams explains how 'feeling close,' especially with the opposite-sex parent, is not the source of comfort the image suggests, especially when that child is cheated out of a childhood by being a parent's surrogate partner. He offers a framework to understand this covert incest and its effect on sexuality, intimacy, and relationships, and how victims can begin the process of recovery.
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Are you struggling with feelings of invalidation and crossed boundaries in your relationship with a parent? Have you ever wondered if the love and attention you receive from them is actually more confining than freeing? Introducing Silently Seduced: When Parents Make Their Children Partners, a groundbreaking book that unveils the truth behind unhealthy parent-child relationships.
Dr. Kenneth Adams, a renowned psychologist, delves deep into the concept of covert incest and its impact on children who have been chosen as their parent's surrogate partners. In this revised and updated 20th anniversary edition, Dr. Adams provides valuable insights on how such relationships can sabotage one's sense of self and hinder the development of healthy intimacy.
Unlike conventional notions of love and caring, what may seem like a close parent-child connection often turns out to serve the needs of the parent rather than the child. This book exposes the insidious nature of silent seduction and shines a light on the lasting effects it can have on victims' sexuality, intimacy, and relationships.
If you have ever questioned the dynamics of your relationship with a parent, Silently Seduced is a must-read. Gain the tools and understanding to break free from the chains of covert incest and begin your journey towards healing and reclaiming your true self. Don't let the silent seduction continue any longer – take the first step towards a healthier future today!
Click here to get your copy of Silently Seduced: When Parents Make Their Children Partners and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery.
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