News and media reviews for the Child Abuse Survivor community, from fellow survivors
“Mental illness and suicidal thoughts can affect anyone, of any age, of any background, at any time. Like with physical illnesses, people don’t choose to have a mental health problem. And they need the appropriate care to get better. Mental … Read More
“It has been well-documented (link is external) that autobiographical memories associated with smell are frequently more intense and emotionally tinged than memories associated with other sensory cues. This is due to the uniquely direct access smells have to the olfactory cortex, … Read More
This is pretty good advice. Someone dealing with a mental health issue is unlikely to suddenly seek out someone to help them. They may, however, ask someone who is there, sticking by them the whole time. 5 Things to Do … Read More
“Histories of child abuse are common among military members and may be important to consider when treating their mental health needs, according to a report from Canada. People who join the military are more likely to report being abused as … Read More
“According to a study from Ohio State University, something as subtle as phrasing can have an effect on someone’s tolerance. Using a questionnaire designed to measure attitudes toward people with mental illness, participants were given one of two versions of … Read More
Sharing – Saying these words when someone is upset is the best thing you can do
December 22, 2020
Link – How Brain Handles Trauma Could Explain a Lot About Sexual Abuse Survivors’ Testimony
May 11, 2019
Link – How Childhood Trauma and Dissociation Result in Horrible Adulthood Problems
March 16, 2019