How Does Childhood Abuse Influence Adulthood?

Can and how does childhood trauma relate or reflect to adulthood. (example) A young girl from the age 3/4 to 13/14 yrs. witnesses mother being severly abused daily. Now she is in her mid 20's, she finds herself having difficulties with depedency and constantly have flashbacks of the past. if possiple could you give me any knowlege of this situation and advise on how to deal with this matter. I know she is hurting with pain inside. Thank You A concerned friend.

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