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Reviewed by Divine Zape for Readers' Favorite
Justified Anger by Jennifer Colne is a powerful self-help book that also chronicles the author’s life and her family’s struggles with trauma, mental health, domestic violence, and the fight for justice. The book begins with Jennifer’s recounting of her daughter Katherine’s mental health crisis and subsequent hospitalization. The author’s pain and helplessness are a powerful premise as she explores her experiences of childhood abuse, her marriage, the court battles over her children, and her daughter Emma’s harrowing journey through sexual abuse, self-harm, and psychotic episodes. Jennifer offers an unflinching look at the systemic failures and personal struggles in seeking justice and healing from profound trauma, highlighting the importance of advocacy, support, and understanding.
Justified Anger is one of the disturbing yet enlightening books I have read on the effects of trauma, and the author uses her family’s experiences to discuss what victims can do to get help. I learned some essential elements about the complex nature of trauma, abuse, mental health, and systemic neglect. You’ll be angry while reading the accounts in this book, and your anger is justified. The narrative examines the devastating effects of childhood sexual abuse and domestic violence, illustrating how untreated trauma can perpetuate cycles of pain and mental illness. A key takeaway message is the critical need for compassion, proper mental health support, and relentless advocacy for victims. The author stresses that healing begins with acknowledging and validating one’s suffering. Jennifer Colne’s journey reminds us that while anger is often dismissed or stigmatized, it can catalyze justice and change, inspiring others to confront their injustices and seek the support they deserve. This book is well-written and filled with insights about trauma and mental health, and tools to help victims of abuse reclaim their lives.
