Child of Rage: A Story of Abuse
Aug 15 1990
•0h 27m
•Documentary
Beth Thomas is a six year old girl suffering from reactive attachment disorder as a result of being sexually abused as a child. This documentary consists of interviews with Beth, followed by her treatment and partial recovery at a special center for kids.
Cast
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Joel Craiger
Narrator
Ken Magid
Interviewer
Beth Thomas
Herself
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