I also found peace when my parents separated. My father was psychologically violent. And life was hell... I was 7 years old... I never saw my father again and I am happy with that... it is better to have him away, he is too evil. My mother doesn't show any affection so I lacked that and I had too much and I needed that demonstration... as it affected me, well, quite a lot, but I found that great love and demonstration in other people and in my cats.
Thanks for telling us about your experience!💗