““If you were sexually abused, it’s OK to talk about it,” the three friends shared at the end of the video. “Just say it. And be proud of yourself and stand up for yourself. Don’t let anybody knock you down.””
Teen With Cancer Uses Make-A-Wish To Share Story Of Sexual Abuse
I have experienced this myself, and have witnessed it in others. “Picture a person with serious depression. Did you imagine someone with low mood and lower energy struggling to get out of bed? That’s the popular image of people battling depression, but according to the experts writer Nell Greenfieldboyce speaks to, that’s only one way…
I know I can overcome the bad days because I have before, and I have before because I believed enough in myself to keep going.
As many have said, you have survived 100% of your worst days. Every single one of them. Use that knowledge to believe in your ability to continue to survive and to heal.
You can heal. You are worth the effort.
The Australian government has a webpage that is all about how to deal with a child or young adult disclosing abuse to you. Now, obviously the rules and requirements may not be the same where you are, and the list of who to contact is specific to their Australian audience, but I think a lot…
During National Suicide Prevention Week (September 7-13), Michael opened up about his experience and the messages of hope that got him through. “The first thing you need to understand, and this can’t be overstated enough, is that you are not alone.” He understands how experiencing a sexual assault can feel lonely or isolating, but wants…
Sadly, Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana’s offer of free training during their “Night Out Against Child Sexual Abuse” falls on a night that I will be unavailable, but for others in Louisiana, you may want to take a look and learn a thing or two: Registration is now open for our Night Out Against Child Sexual…
This is some serious truth from someone who’s been there: That’s the insidious nature of depression. When you’re deep in it, all the lies you tell yourself make perfect sense. I call it The Calculus of Despair. No rational argument or past experience can make you believe otherwise. You can have a wall full of…
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