Most mothers nurture and lavish love and affection upon their children. Then...there was Elaine Marsh's mother.From childhood, Elaine experienced a nightmarish existence at the hands of her mother. The woman responsible for her health and well-being, instead, demanded to be in control of every aspect of her daughter's life. The most damaging blow would be having Elaine put on unnecessary medications that would have long-lasting negative effects into adulthood.From the ashes of this childhood rose a woman determined to find her own way, and one who became dedicated to advocating for her own health while showing others how to do the same for themselves. From abused child to strong, confident woman, Damaged Merchandise chronicles the amazing, successful life journey of a woman determined to become the version of herself she longed to be.