No one should suffer harassment or abuse like this.. It irks my heart. Glad your friend took the right step and poured her heart to you. I remember when things were tough for me and I had to resort to working as a clerk in the office for my uncle. The Experience was a sweet bitter ride. I was oppressed with harsh criticism, unnecessary comparison with my cousins, shunned etc.. Although there were times I was heaped with praises but I only wanna dwell on the benefits it endowed on me cos the side effect from the trauma of that experience outweighs the benefits to be honest.
Anyways, thanks for sharing. This post was very useful!