News and media reviews for the Child Abuse Survivor community, from fellow survivors
This, in a nutshell, is an example of the problem we face. “Since its grand opening in 2002, this unit—the only place in eastern Montana where a person with a mental health emergency can be admitted for inpatient care—has … Continued
Let’s hope this gets approved quickly, and makes it possible to have an easy to remember number for anyone to reach out during a crisis quickly. The need has already been demonstrated with the current number: Once implemented, people … Continued
Check In on Your Friends :: It’s More Than A Meme How Long-Term Friendships Enrich Our Lives A Review of “The Medical Model in Mental Health” 5 of the Best TED Talks on Mental Health Employees still scared to open … Continued
I don’t know that this a surprise to many of us who advocate for mental health issues, but it’s always nice to have a study show that talking about mental health is a normal way, during everyday life, does have … Continued
Why the pressure to be perfect is impacting our mental heal Are Online Friends Better than No Friends at All Mental Health is not a choice, compassion is! Understanding How Trauma Affects Children Isabella Mori – Self-Stigma: It Can Happen … Continued
As I see it, there are two problems here that, while not unique to this group, may be exacerbated for them: Many young people of color who are facing mental health or substance use challenges don’t seek therapy because of … Continued
4 Lessons In Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Breaking the Stigma Together with Best-in-Class Resources Oregon Allowing Students to Take ‘Mental Health Days’ Could Benefit Them in College, Experts Say Give Your Child the Tools to Recognize Sexual Abuse Campaigner for … Continued
Exploring the Value of Peer Support for Mental Health 3 Lessons that Gloria Vanderbilt Taught Us About Coping with a Child’s Suicide Into the Lighthouse: the UK’s first safe space for child sexual abuse victims Florida To Require Mental Health … Continued
This is some serious truth out of Australia, that applies everywhere : I can see where their fear stems from. In these small country towns, it’s difficult to walk down the one main street and not have 30 people you … Continued
This is a powerful statement made by Rachel in the introduction to her list. “I believe more than ever we are only as sick as our secrets. By sharing our stories and reading others, we rid the stigma associated with … Continued