Syler, no child deserves to be treated like that, no matter what.

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please forgive me if I am not always completely receptive to people pointing out my faults.

Done! And I think it's difficult for most people. In fact, I'm impressed that you have kept this conversation constructive. I think a lot of people would have bailed.

Speaking from personal experience... the interplay between giftedness and abuse experiences in childhood does lead to some unique challenges. So, I think this is an important conversation to have.