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In her new memoir, Jeannie Vanasco gets 'A Silent Treatment' from her mom

Oct 14, 2025 · 9m
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  • Jeannie Vanasco's memoir "A Silent Treatment" details her mother's extended silences.
  • The book explores the author's understanding of her mother's retreats.
  • The silent treatment periods ranged from days to six months.

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Jeannie Vanasco
Jeannie Vanasco
American writer · 1 podcast appearance
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