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What Is Childhood Emotional Neglect and How Does It Affect Adults?
Introduction Many people who experienced childhood emotional neglect don't describe their childhood as abusive or traumatic. Instead, they often say things like: "Nothing bad really happened." "My parents provided everything I needed." "I don't know why I struggle so much." When people think about childhood trauma, they often picture obvious experiences like abuse, major family conflict, or neglect of physical needs. Childhood emotional neglect is different. It is often defin

Paige Deertz, LMSW
Sep 25


Healing from Childhood Emotional Neglect: The Long-Term Impact
Learn about the long-term effects of childhood emotional neglect and how therapy can help you heal. Upper East Side Psychology offers trauma-informed therapy in NYC.

Dr. Gabrielle Schreyer-Hoffman
Sep 23, 2025
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