"They stabbed my wife and my daughter walked in to find her in a pool of blood"

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When one thinks of the after effects of a home burglary, they often think of material items lost versus the long-lasting emotional effects.

The psychological effects that come as a result of burglary are said to be the most difficult to cope with. It is common that the victims or survivors experience fatigue, loss of sleep and appetite, and severe anxiety.

The above examples are what J Sbu's son Zanda is currently experiencing, which is why his parents have seeking psychological help for him.

The invasion of a place of which we all must feel safe is truly difficult.
20 May 2021 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

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