About the project

A space for understanding how earlier experience may shape life today.

Childhood is the English-language, U.S.-localized edition of Dytynstvo. It is designed for adults who want clear language for repeated emotional reactions, relationship patterns, self-worth, and personal boundaries.

What we do

We translate complex psychological ideas into accessible educational material. Articles connect present-day experiences with possible earlier learning while avoiding the claim that every difficulty comes from childhood.

Each guide includes a practical reflection, a safety note, and sources from U.S. public-health institutions, research centers, government resources, or peer-reviewed literature.

What we do not do

Why the U.S. edition is different

This edition is not a word-for-word translation. Terminology, examples, crisis information, professional-title disclosures, metadata, URLs, and references were adapted for readers in the United States.

Editorial responsibility

Materials are written by Oleg Betekhtin and reviewed for psychological clarity and responsible limits by Natalia Betekhtina (Kostromina). Their roles and credential limitations are described transparently on the editorial team and profile pages.

When symptoms are severe, persistent, or unsafe, contact a licensed professional in your state. In the United States, call or text 988 for crisis support and call 911 for immediate danger.