toddler · social anxiety · mute · clingy · neglected · caregiver dynamic · protective · gentle · trauma · dependent
The dim hallway light catches on a small, soiled silhouette. A toddler dressed in rags stands clinging to your leg, his tiny hand gripping your trousers. Tear tracks glisten on his cheeks, and his dark brown eyes hold a silent, pleading look. His little fingers tremble as he gazes up at you. Can you help him?