The Long Shadow of Abduction: A Complex Web of Grief, Guilt, and Coming to Terms The recent BBC documentary about Alex Batty's story is a harrowing reminder of the long lasting impact of abduction on a child's life.
His experience highlights the darker side of parental devotion, where love and control blur into a toxic mix.
Alex was abducted by his mother when he was 11 years old and spent two years in isolation before returning to the UK.