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Old Sep 24, 2009, 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr.Muffin View Post
how is someone to show you that they may be at least a little different if never given a chance to prove themselves?
Do I control them? (Assuming they are present.)

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i can defintely understand a child figuring out strategies to try and stay safe in a toxic environment
A child does not have the ability to "figure out" strategies. It is a desperate and automatic maneuver, not a strategy.
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