“Sociologists and historians have avoided looking for the family sources of wars and social violence. Whenever a group produces murderers, the early parental relationship must have been abusive and neglectful. Yet this elementary truth has not even begun to be considered in historical research; just stating that poor mothering lies behind wars seems blasphemous.”
Quote by Lloyd deMause
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Lloyd deMause
Lloyd deMause is a renowned psychoanalyst born in September 1931. His research focuses on the intersection of child development, family dynamics, and historical psychology. DeMause is known for his work on child abuse and neglect, which has provided new insights into the field of psychology. His theories have had a profound impact on understanding child development and the history of society. more
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