"Where Did My Mom Go?": A Child's Terrifying Introduction To Parental Alienation - Episode 79

Family Disappeared

In this episode of the Family Disappeared podcast, host Lawrence Joss interviews Dana Laquidara, an adult alienated child who shares her powerful story of parental alienation. Dana recounts her early experiences of being separated from her mother at a young age, the emotional turmoil it caused, and the long journey of healing and reconnection with her family. The conversation delves into the psychological impact of alienation on identity, the challenges of navigating family dynamics, and the importance of community and support in the healing process.

Key Takeaways

• Dana shares her traumatic experience of being alienated from her mother at four years old.
• The emotional impact of parental alienation can lead to repression of feelings in children.
• Children often feel powerless and afraid to ask questions during alienation.
• Dana's journey highlights the importance of community and resources for healing.
• Reconnecting with a parent after alienation can be a complex emotional process.
• The narrative controlled by the alienating parent can distort children's perceptions.
• Dana's memoir, titled 'You Know Who', reflects her experiences and insights.
• Healing involves acknowledging and processing repressed emotions.
• The journey of healing can take many years and requires self-discovery.
• Dana emphasizes the importance of understanding the child's perspective in alienation situations.

Dana Laquidara - https://danalaquidara.com/

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Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/

Email- [email protected]

This podcast is made possible by the Family Disappeared Team:
Anna Johnson- Editor/Contributor/Activist/Co-host
Glaze Gonzales- Podcast Manager
Connect with Lawrence Joss:
Website: https://parentalalienationanonymous.com/
Email- [email protected]

Chapters

1. Navigating Parental Alienation Trauma Healing (00:00:00)

2. Parental Alienation and Childhood Memories (00:08:37)

3. Repression and Healing From Parental Alienation (00:12:33)

4. Family Dynamics in Alienation Narratives (00:17:32)

5. Journey to Reconnect With Mother (00:24:10)