News and media reviews for the Child Abuse Survivor community, from fellow survivors
This is one powerful victim statement to the court. I think many survivors can identify with it, even as it may be difficult to read. Australia’s most notorious paedophile priest Gerald Ridsdale will spend at least another three years behind … Continued
All the more reason that victims should go to law enforcement. Do not allow a church, workplace, school, or even a college, “investigate” what is criminal activity. The rules they follow are not the same, and crimes should be investigated, … Continued
This is a fascinating look into the workings of the people who investigate child abuse in Australia. There is just so much to take away from this, but I truly loved this quote: “Detective Chief Inspector Yeomans says he wants … Continued
This is only a small study, but I am not surprised by the findings. “Psychology researchers in Australia conducted a longitudinal study of 125 Australian men (ages 18 to 67). They found that many men did not consider experiencing depression … Continued
“A conversation with Leith Erikson, founder of Australian Brotherhood of Fathers (ABF), left me troubled. ABF started four years ago to attend family courts and connect with men in crisis. A series of awareness protests are running in Sydney, Brisbane, … Continued
What do you think? “Dissociative disorders are described as having dissociation as a dysfunction that impairs living life in some way. But is that always the case? While some view dissociation as a dysfunction, many view dissociation as a positive coping … Continued
While some find it easy to talk about mental health issues, for many men, it can still be difficult. Too often they are “toughing it out,” keeping their feelings to themselves. That means they are suffering in silence — something … Continued
“Suicide is the leading cause of death for 15 to 44-year-old Australians, but it is not something we talk about very often. According to the Deputy CEO at Suicide Prevention Australia, Kim Borrowdale, that lack of talking is one of … Continued
“Suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged between 15 and 44, with almost seven people taking their life every day.” As a US resident, I don’t have any first-hand knowledge of what is going in in Australia. … Continued
If you’ve been around here for long, you likely know that sometimes, I just like to change things up and see how it works out. As a techie kind of guy, part of hosting my own websites has been to … Continued