Lost Innocence: Childhood Trauma and the Fragmentation of Identity in Michael Ondaatje’s Warlight

Abstract

Childhood trauma is a significant psychological and physical issue with far-reaching effects on both the victims and society as a whole. For a variety of causes, children might experience trauma that affects them for the rest of their lives. It has been regarded as a significant and important component for the growth and development of the child. This article examines a variety of issues related to trauma that children experience from their families and the wider community.