Couple begins family recovery after voluntarily reporting child abuse to authorities

Park Min-seong and Lee Jun-hui are rebuilding their home through state case management and psychological treatment after self-reporting their child abuse. Following advice from Dr. Oh Eun-young, the couple has moved from viewing their child as a burden to establishing an emotional bond through regular safety checks and professional intervention.

The changed daily lives of the SOS couple, who chose to voluntarily report themselves for child abuse due to the guilt of abusing their child, have been revealed. A video released by MBC's "Oh Eun-young Report: Marriage Hell" captures the process of rebuilding their home through the assistance of the state and professional institutions following their self-report.

Case management by state and professional institutions begins after self-reporting

Park Min-seong and Lee Jun-hui, a couple who previously faced difficulties regarding child abuse allegations, demonstrated a will to change by proceeding with a voluntary report of child abuse. While seeking psychological stability through a combination of psychiatric treatment and medication, the couple chose to enter the public system by self-reporting.

Following the report, case management through a child protection agency ensued. When child protection cases proceed through prosecution decisions, professional agencies provide practical help, such as periodically visiting the home to interview the mother and check the child's condition. The couple is undergoing safety checks for their home through investigations and education by the Korean National Police Agency, as well as regular verification procedures by the district office. The couple stated, "Voluntarily reporting as Dr. Oh Eun-young advised was a great help in finding our direction," noting that the intervention of the state and institutions has become a crucial pillar in helping the family recover.

"The child is no longer a burden but a part of us"... the couple's relationship essence has changed

The most notable change is the couple's attitude toward their child. During past counseling sessions, the mother confessed to feeling that caring for the child was a "responsibility and a burden." However, they now appear to have recovered an emotional bond, accepting the child as a part of themselves.

The couple shared past experiences where the child's demands felt suffocatingly difficult. Unlike the past, when they felt at a loss regarding what to do when the child demanded play, they now understand the child's feelings and spend time connecting those feelings to play. "Since the broadcast, we have not acted as we did in the past, and we are trying to solve problems through conversation," the couple said, adding, "The child now feels truly lovely."

The home environment has also changed. In the video, the couple's house appeared organized compared to before, depicting a scene where communication takes center stage rather than conflict while spending time with the child. The couple suggested they are continuing their ongoing efforts toward change, stating, "We are fortunate to be able to receive help through Oh Eun-young Report."

Source: original video (YouTube)