They say that your past shapes you into the person you are today. Your core memories, relationship with your caregivers, and earliest experiences help to mold you into the person you become as an adult. Unfortunately, this includes the good and the bad. For example, childhood trauma can leave deep, emotional scars that can stay with you into adulthood.

PTSD from emotional abuse can affect you later in life. Even if you don’t realize that these traumatic events are still affecting you, they can show up in your day-to-day life, personal relationships, and your career.