Jeannie Vanasco

Jeannie Vanasco, a memoirist and author known for her insightful reflections on family dynamics, delves into her relationship with her mother in her memoir, *A Silent Treatment*. She shares how her mother's silent treatment, sometimes lasting up to six months, affected their bond. Jeannie discusses the anxiety of not knowing triggers for this silence and how it shaped her empathy. She also explores her mother’s traumatic past and how they ultimately learned to communicate better, highlighting the complexities of love and emotional coping.