I was that kid that was talked to like that and I really wish my Mom had gotten us me&(sister) and I out.....away from that jerk. Kids are affected. I became a pothead/alcoholic/codependent and didn't find recovery for many years......have now by the grace of God. Mom is long gone and she did eventually leave after he had an affair but it was too late. Kids are affected......their spirits are affected....their confidence.....self-esteem.......My sister did not become an alcoholic but did suffer in relationships and with shopping/food addictions. My Mom bless her heart was codependent. She chose him over us and now I at 60 yrs. old I am coming to terms with it(the Abandonment book). I would have more respect for her now if she had left and protected us. He was physically and emotionally abusive to all three of us. She was from the 40's and 50's and you just stayed. I didn't stay in my marriage. I am finally free from the affects.