When you’re busy trying to get through your daily “to-do” list, attending to your inner child probably isn’t your highest priority.When you’re busy trying to get through your daily “to-do” list, attending to your inner child probably isn’t your highest priority. Dr. Arlene Drake explains why neglecting your inner child can have a significant impact on your life as an adult, especially if you have experienced any kind of emotional or physical abuse. Arlene is the author of the new book, CAREFRONTATION: Breaking Free from Childhood Trauma, which details her breakthrough technique of working directly with the hurt child inside to get to the root of suffering and heal once and for all. Learn why her technique is so pioneering, and why it’s so important to revisit your inner child, even if you believe your outer adult is the one in need of the most help.