Maltreated children are definitively programmed to become abusers themselves.

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While maltreatment can be a risk factor for future abusive behavior, it is not a guarantee or automatic programming. Many individuals who have experienced maltreatment do not become abusers themselves and are able to break the cycle of abuse through therapy and other interventions. It is important to provide support and resources for those who have experienced maltreatment in order to prevent future abuse.

Maltreated Children Are Definitively Programmed to Become Abusers Themselves