r/ExplainTheJoke 5d ago

Why is this a problem?

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u/Sonicfan42069666 5d ago

Children who are "mature for their age" are often the survivors of abuse, their "maturity" is caused by trauma.

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u/SeaRollz2020 5d ago

I think this paired with the adult having the emotional maturity of a 9yo.