Well, it's a known fact that abuse in childhood has an effect on our mental health. There are some people that would argue the nature/nurture debate but it makes sense that what happens to us in childhood has an impact on us. If you are neglected and feel unloved and unworthy, that's going to effect you. There are many personality disorders that have been researched to show that. See this article >>> Childhood Abuse a Risk Factor for Mental Illness | Psych Central News