Eric wrote:Chap wrote:I have to admit that the account she gives in that reference sounds perfectly sane and reasonable. So where do the stories come from that suggest that it all comes from therapy sessions with a 'recovered memory' enthusiast?
I've been looking for the origin of this rumor since I first read Martha's response to it. I still don't know. My guess is it originated with one of her many book "reviewers" after Leaving the Saints.
I have read the book (a couple of years ago) and I don't recall this being a case of recovered memories either....but I may be mistaken.
Also, If I recall correctly, there was physical evidence that Martha Beck had been abused (scarring, etc.) that was discovered by a doctor. Now, that doesn't mean it was her Father doing the sexual abuse, but it sounded like there was good evidence that she had been abused by someone when she was younger.
I just remember feeling very sad for all involved by the time I finished the book.