Despite the intense trauma suffered by a young boy at the hands of his Mountie father and stepmother, observers who specialize in helping abuse victims say there's hope for the child's future. Elisa Romano, a clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Ottawa, says the fact that the boy was able to testify shows resilience. (submitted)Elisa Romano, a registered clinical psychologist, says certain elements of the boy's story show a strength of character that will help him heal. "Just being able to endure that and being able to then speak about it, I think shows hopefulness for this boy," she said. Rick Goodwin counsels men who have suffered sexual and physical abuse.

Source: CBC News November 22, 2016 10:00 UTC