Become Your Best Self
Become Your Best Self
Adult survivors of child abuse are scattered throughout society. They are our teachers, neighbors, coworkers, and friends. Their past pain is invisible to others, and there’s a reason for that. According to the National Center for Child Abuse and Neglect, child abuse is one of the most under-reported crimes in the United States. Only about …
Resilience is something we should all learn. When we are children, we are constantly growing and developing. We learn new things, make new friends, and try new things. However, sometimes this growth and development can be difficult. We may feel like we cannot cope with the challenges life throws our way. This is where …
As a parent, no one is in a better position than you to prevent your child from being abused or traumatized. You can become more aware of child abuse and practice healthy parenting. That’s something you should do to be the best parent you can be for yourself and your children. That should need no …
Child abuse is a serious issue that can have long-term effects on children. Child sexual abuse is a problem that affects children of all races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. The best way to prevent child sexual abuse is to be proactive and educate yourself and your children about body safety. It is also important …
What are Emotional Triggers? Emotional triggers are those things that provoke flashbacks to traumatic events in a person’s life. When a child experiences a traumatic event, it leaves a mark on her that follows her into adulthood. Even if that person gets counseling or therapy, she can revisit the trauma through an emotional trigger. …
ACEs is a silent epidemic that affects families and communities. It is damaging to the health of our nation, and it is time we come together to bring awareness to its effects. Childhood trauma affects one in three kids in America. And that’s just one generation. As kids grow up with adverse childhood experiences …
