'It was like having your heart ripped out' - rape survivor Charlene Masterson on finding out her father was her abuser

The emotional scars left by an abusive father often last beyond prison time, impacting not only the immediate victims but also their family and community. His lack of remorse shows the depth of the trauma inflicted, perpetuating a cycle of suffering.

Children of abusive parents frequently endure a long-lasting impact on their well-being, often struggling with their sense of identity and relationships later in life as they grapple with the memories and lessons learned from their upbringing.

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