The wife reported she had many attachment injuries from her upbringing. Her father had wanted
a boy and she felt rejected by him. Her ex-husband was addicted to pornography; he also was
sexually abusive during their marriage. The current husband believes his wife has more life
experiences from which to draw upon in the relationship. He also feels he has had no role models
for helping him in expressing emotional intimacy. His parents are divorced. Although he still seeks approval from his demanding dad, he does not feel he will ever get it.