First off, I totally agree with the other points in the article about shame, and how it’s that emotion that gets in the way for all sexual abuse survivors, but in some very specific ways for male survivors. Secondly, I love this, while also acknowledging that this is maybe one of the hardest things to…
The crisis lines were created as a place to talk about anxiety and depression, but they found a lot of kids reaching out because they were being abused. They expected it to be the other way around, depressed kids who might turn out to be abused later in the conversation, not the first thing, but…
“It’s embarrassing and painful every time he does it. It never gets easier.” First off, kudos to Mr. Wilson for having the courage to do this. Secondly, this is something I’m not sure many survivors understand. Getting up and telling your story can be a powerful thing. It’s necessary because there are still so many…
This could apply to many things in our society right now, but I’m interested in its mental health aspects, especially as a survivor. “Arrogant persons not only believes they are always right, but also believe their religious, political or ethnic groups are right, while often harboring a deeply held conviction that those outside their group…
Widow of Columbus firefighter remembers husband, talks need for mental health awareness Forensics and Mental Health What It Means to Be a Mental Health Advocate—And How to Become One To Others Who Have Experienced Trauma as Children Abuse is Not A Contest Of Who Had It Worse Mental Health isn’t something we should be afraid…
I find this to be true outside of families as well. Whether you want to talk about a friend, celebrity, coach, or member of your local church, it hurts to come to terms with the fact that child abuse has been going on right under your nose. “Many family members find it far more comfortable…
