“Do you think that sexual abuse couldn’t possibly happen in your family? Do you think that only the children of neglectful parents are abused? Do you think your children are too sensible to place themselves in a position where they could be abused? If so, I have an uncomfortable truth for you: 20 per cent…
It’s amazing to me that these are still popular beliefs, but they are. This is why we talk about mental illness being stigmatized, because there are way too many people in this world who think it’s contagious, or cannot be overcome. Educate yourself, and others, please! 7 Mental Illness Myths People Still Believe
“Shame caused by sexual abuse does not pass that easily. Upon that original shame we build years of additional shame, locking it into that closet in our minds, until the burden becomes unbearable. Trying to live a healthy life while you are buried in shame is impossible. That shame is the infection that needs to…
Like the author says, therapy can be a life saver. I know, for example, that it helped me. But if the fit with a therapist isn’t right, or the client doesn’t work through things to the end, it can seem to make things worse or be a waste of time. Have you had an experience…
“The pressures of masculinity often keep men silent when it comes to their emotions — and that can have dangerous effects on their mental health. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the tenth leading cause of death for adults in the U.S. — and men are most at risk. Of the…
If you won’t, someone else might talk to them about sexual abuse, and convince them there’s nothing wrong with it. Who would you rather talk to your kids? When worry is good: Talking to your child about sexual abuse
