Emotional Abandonment

Emotional abandonment occurs when a person’s emotional needs for support, understanding, and connection are consistently unmet by someone important in their life. This can happen through neglect, indifference, or dismissal, leading individuals to feel invisible, unvalued, and alone emotionally. Unlike physical abandonment, which involves separation or absence, emotional abandonment happens even when the person is physically present but emotionally unavailable or unresponsive. Over time, it can foster feelings of insecurity, low self-worth, and difficulties forming trusting, healthy relationships. Recognizing and addressing emotional abandonment is vital for healing and cultivating healthier emotional connections.