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The Hospital

By: Barbara O'Hare
Narrated by: Charlie Sanderson
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Summary
 Barbara was 12 when she was admitted to the psychiatric hospital, Aston Hall, in 1971. From a troubled home, she'd hoped she would find sanctuary there. But during her stay, Barbara was systematically drugged and abused by its head physician, Dr Kenneth Milner. Somehow, eventually, she started to campaign for answers. This is a shocking account of how vulnerable children were preyed upon by the doctor entrusted with their care.©2017 Barbara O'Hare (P)2018 W. F. Howes Ltd Abuse Child Abuse Dysfunctional Families Dysfunctional Relationships Medical Parenting & Families Professionals & Academics Relationships True Crime Emotionally Gripping Inspiring Heartfelt
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This was a story of horrific abuse. It was emotional to listen to, can not imagine to what all these your people when though . To the power the so called professional had and allow this to happen. It made feel sad for the children .

Horrific

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Amazing story of a true survivor, very sad to hear of her life in past. Learnt to listen to words of people who speak of abuse. Loved it and life changing.

Intriguing

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Many times I had to stop listening as the story was so horrific. My heart bled for Barbara for not only in the hospital but for the crimes against her by her father, her new mums, the adults in her life -the cruel verbal taunting she suffered and the mental games adults did to her, not only the ones who inflicted this but the ones who stood and turned a blind eye. Thankgod for Janet, Christine, John, Hannah and finally her father (after being forced to). Barbara, your spirit, your words, moved me. Thank you for writing your story and sharing.

Heartbreaking

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liked the whole story, especially the voice makeover, liked the whole book, will pass to friends

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So sad for what was endured but so brave in writing it. Inspirational strength from the author and I hope justice is found

A sad but strong story

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