Sadly, this is probably about the same in other countries as well. “Data from 32 NHS Trusts in England showed about 60% of under-18s who are referred to child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) by their GP are not receiving treatment, according to figures obtained by Spurgeons children’s charity.” The reason I believe it’s…
It may not be the only thing we need to do in terms of combating child abuse, but there is simply nothing more important than this: “Clearly, parents need to prepare children for the mental games of secrecy and grooming that characterize most childhood sexual abuse. Levine and Klein observe that while abusers may use…
I lived in Oregon until earlier this year, Portland has a huge problem with homelessness and lack of mental health resources, which is why so many people wind up in jail at least temporarily. This is what happens when you don’t have mental health resources available though. A REPORT RELEASED by Disability Rights Oregon (DRO)…
I’m not in the UK, but I know many of my readers are, and they are familiar with this story line on Coronation Street. Even if you aren’t though, this is universally true: “The first time the story was mentioned I didn’t understand how Bethany could get into that situation,” Lucy said. “But the more…
I love this, and so much more from this article: True self-care is not salt baths and chocolate cake, it is making the choice to not build a life you don’t need to regularly escape from. Self care is just that, taking care of yourself. That’s not something that you somehow hope to find some…
I recently saw this and wanted to share with my readers. I have not watched it myself just yet, but if you have, let us know your thoughts! “An Open Secret is a documentary about the abuse of young boys at the hands of “important men” in Hollywood. It is now available online (for free)…
