Recovering From Child Abuse

Author : Eliana Gil
Publisher : Dell
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2009-07-22
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780307422453

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Outgrowing the Pain by Eliana Gil Pdf

“Anyone who had a troubled childhood ought to read this book.”—Anne H. Cohn, D.P.H., Executive Director, National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse Do you have trouble finding friends, lovers, acquaintances? Once you find them, do they dump on you, take advantage of you, or leave? Are you in a relationship you know isn't good for you? Are you still trying to figure out what you want to do when you grow up? Are you drinking too much, eating too much or trying to numb your pain with drugs of any kind? These are just a few of the problems abused children experience when they become adults. You may not realize you were abused. You may think your parents didn't mean it, didn't know better, or that others had it much worse. You may not even have made the connection between the past and your current problems. Outgrowing the Pain is an important book for any adult who was abused or neglected in childhood. It's an important book for professionals who help others. It's a book of questions that can pinpoint and illuminate destructive patterns. The answers you discover can lead to a life filled with new insight, hope, and love. “The best book available to help survivors cope and understand.”—Dan Sexton, Director, Childhelp's National Abuse Hotline “An invaluable aid for adult survivors of child abuse.”—Suzanne M. Sgroi, M.D., Executive Director, New England Clinical Associates

Author : John J. Lemoncelli
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-06
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9798216094852

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Healing from Childhood Abuse by John J. Lemoncelli Pdf

Written directly to individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, this book provides essential information that allows victims to begin recovering from their immense pain and suffering, and empowers them to examine their specific issues in order to become a true survivor. The American Medical Association currently estimates at least one in every five adults suffered abuse as a child. While childhood abuse or trauma is certainly not a new issue, it has reached epidemic proportion. Yet most clinicians have not been sufficiently trained to appreciate or understand the devastating long-term impact of abuse on the total person. John J. Lemoncelli, EdD, authored this book to enable those who suffer in silence to understand what happened, take control, and begin and maintain a program of recovery. It helps those abused in childhood to grasp how their experience impacted their development and the extent to which it negatively affects their present lives; encourages them to let go of the belief that they are damaged, dirty, or at fault; and provides an effective strategy for externalizing the source of their anguish, rather than blaming themselves. The author outlines several stages and common issues that may need to be addressed, but as no "one size fits all" treatment is possible, he provides strategies that empower victims to identify the specific sources of their pain.

Author : David Powlison
Publisher : New Growth Press
Page : 14 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2010-10-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781935273493

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Recovering from Child Abuse by David Powlison Pdf

The damage you suffered may have been done in one terrible moment or over time. But the healing and the restoration will unfold at your pace, at a human pace. It unfolds as part of your story, and it unfolds over time. As a vulnerable child, instead of being protected, helped, and comforted, you were physically, emotionally, and/or ...

Author : Gregory L. PhD Jantz,Ann McMurray
Publisher : Revell
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781493407279

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Healing the Scars of Childhood Abuse by Gregory L. PhD Jantz,Ann McMurray Pdf

The deep pain of childhood abuse--whether physical or emotional, whether a child was neglected or wished nothing more than to be left alone--doesn't just go away. There's simply no just getting over it. Even if no physical scars remain as evidence of the victim's suffering, the deep wounds on their minds, hearts, and souls are still there. But it is possible to become whole and happy. Author of the successful Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse, Dr. Gregory Jantz now helps readers understand the effects of childhood abuse on their emotional, intellectual, physical, relational, and spiritual health. He then outlines the steps to lasting healing, including grieving what was lost, learning to balance emotions with intentionality, regaining a positive relationship with one's own body and mind, and coming to an understanding of God not as a frightening authority figure like the abuser or an accusing judge, but as a loving creator, redeemer, and friend.

Author : Karen A. Duncan
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2004-08-30
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780313067884

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Healing from the Trauma of Childhood Sexual Abuse by Karen A. Duncan Pdf

The traumatic affects of childhood sexual abuse can remain and recur throughout life for women who have not healed emotionally. This book by a family therapist shares stories from 18 women abused as children, explaining that healing can occur at any stage of life, and that healing, itself, occurs in stages. The author offers guidance to recognize the long-lingering potential affects of childhood sexual abuse including depression, anxiety, dissociation, and chronic shock, and she explains steps to take for recovery. Also presented are letters from women who have healed or are in recovery. Sexual abuse by men, juveniles, and female perpetrators is discussed, as is how children may act out the abusive behavior taught by perpetrators. The incidence of abuse by family members is also addressed. Duncan explains the dual dilemma—moral and legal—that women face in exposing a sexual perpetrator within the family when not protected by the legal system due to statutes of limitations. She also discusses controversial topics including false memory and disclosure of memory to the perpetrator.

Author : Mike Lew
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Adult child sexual abuse victims
ISBN : OCLC:1195476555

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Victims No Longer by Mike Lew Pdf

Author : Marylene Cloitre,Lisa R. Cohen,Karestan C. Koenen
Publisher : Guilford Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-11-15
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781462504336

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Treating Survivors of Childhood Abuse, First Edition by Marylene Cloitre,Lisa R. Cohen,Karestan C. Koenen Pdf

This book has been replaced by Treating Survivors of Childhood Abuse and Interpersonal Trauma, Second Edition, ISBN 978-1-4625-4328-1.

Author : Ellen Bass,Laura Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2008-11-04
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780061284335

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The Courage to Heal 4e by Ellen Bass,Laura Davis Pdf

Come to terms with your past while moving powerfully into the future The Courage to Heal is an inspiring, comprehensive guide that offers hope and a map of the healing journey to every woman who was sexually abused as a child—and to those who care about her. Although the effects of child sexual abuse are long-term and severe, healing is possible. Weaving together personal experience with professional knowledge, the authors provide clear explanations, practical suggestions, and support throughout the healing process. Readers will feel recognized and encouraged by hundreds of moving first-person stories drawn from interviews and the authors' extensive work with survivors, both nationally and internationally. This completely revised and updated 20th anniversary edition continues to provide the compassionate wisdom the book has been famous for, as well as many new features: Contemporary research on trauma and the brain An overview of powerful new healing tools such as imagery, meditation, and body-centered practices Additional stories that reflect an even greater diversity of survivor experiences The reassuring accounts of survivors who have been healing for more than twenty years The most comprehensive, up-to-date resource guide in the field Insights from the authors' decades of experience Cherished by survivors, and recommended by therapists and institutions everywhere, The Courage to Heal has often been called the bible of healing from child sexual abuse. This new edition will continue to serve as the healing beacon it has always been.

Author : Laura Davis
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-13
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780062267481

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Allies in Healing by Laura Davis Pdf

"But what about me?" "Is it possible to go one day without dealing with the survivor's issues?" "Will we ever make love again?" "Will the survivor love me in the end?" "How do I know if I should throw in the towel?" Based on in-depth interviews and her workshops for partners across the country, Laura Davis offers practical advice and encouragement to all partners—girlfriends, boyfriends, spouses, and lovers—trying to support the survivors in their lives while tending to their own needs along the way. She shows couples how to deepen compassion, improve communication, and develop an understanding of healing as a shared activity. Addressing partners' most important questions, Allies in Healing covers: The Basics—answers common questions about sexual abuse. Allies in Healing—introduces key concepts of working and growing together. My Needs and Feelings—teaches partners to recognize, value, and express their own needs. Dealing with Crisis—includes strategies for handling suicidal feelings, regression, and hopelessness. Intimacy and Communication—offers practical advice on dealing with distancing, control, trust, and fighting. Sex—provides guidelines for coping with flashbacks, lack of desire, differences in sexual needs, and frustration. Family lssues—suggests a range of ideas for interacting with the survivor's family. Partners' Stories—explores the struggles, triumphs, and courage of eight partners.

Author : Robert Blackburn Knight,Mark Falstein
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2014-02-25
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781317708803

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A Man's Recovery from Traumatic Childhood Abuse by Robert Blackburn Knight,Mark Falstein Pdf

First published in 2002. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Daniel McQueen,Catherine Itzin,Roger Kennedy,Valerie Sinason,Fay Maxted
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-22
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780429918001

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Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy After Child Abuse by Daniel McQueen,Catherine Itzin,Roger Kennedy,Valerie Sinason,Fay Maxted Pdf

This book presents a coherent and readable narrative review of current views on the effects and role of psychoanalytic psychotherapy in the treatment of children and adults who have experienced childhood abuse and neglect. Recent decades have seen an explosion of research into the extent of child abuse and into the effects of early relational trauma on the developing minds and brains of children. The lasting effects on survivors are increasingly recognized and can be addressed psychotherapeutically. Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy After Child Abuse is unique in two ways. Firstly, in bringing together for the first time the considerable scientific evidence of effectiveness and the vast body of accumulated clinical experience using psychoanalytical approaches in the treatment of people who have experienced childhood abuse. Secondly, in being the product of the widest collaboration of individuals and organizations concerned about the effects of child abuse, and experts on child abuse and psychotherapy. These include experts by experience, survivor groups, activists, academics, and clinicians: paediatricians, physicians, child and adult psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, psychologists, and psychoanalytic psychotherapists.

Author : Richard B. Gartner
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-07
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781118040089

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Beyond Betrayal by Richard B. Gartner Pdf

"With compassion and clarity, Richard Gartner shares insights from years of working with male survivors. Among this book's greatest strengths is the extensive use of examples from Dr. Gartner's clinical practice to illustrate problems and solutions on the path to healing. Beyond Betrayal offers support, encouragement, and useful skills to men in recovery." --Mike Lew, M.Ed., author of Victims No Longer and Leaping upon the Mountains "If you have been sexually abused, this book will give you information, hope, direction, and most importantly, the assurance that you are not alone. Dr. Gartner has written an accessible, compassionate book that clearly lays out the healing process for men who were hurt or abused as children. Whether you were abused by a mother, a camp counselor, a neighborhood boy, or a priest, Beyond Betrayal will give you the tools you need to reclaim your life and move on. If you're going to take one book with you on the healing journey, this should be the one." --Laura Davis, coauthor of The Courage to Heal and author of The Courage to Heal Workbook "Compassionate, insightful, and hopeful, Beyond Betrayal shines a bright light. It is a must-read for anyone concerned." --Kenneth M. Adams, Ph.D., author of Silently Seduced "Beyond Betrayal cuts through the shame, confusion, misunderstanding, and fear that so often accompany the abuse of males and replaces them with clear information. I will begin to use it immediately with my patients and think that other clinicians will do so as well." --Christine A. Courtois, Ph.D., author of Healing the Incest Wound and Recollections of Sexual Abuse "Beyond Betrayal offers men straightforward words of hope and a meaningful way to overcome the invisibility, stigma, and shame they have endured. Many men and their families will find this book a healing aid." --Jack Drescher, M.D., author of Psychoanalytic Therapy and the Gay Man "Dr. Gartner writes in a manner any reader will find accessible. Not only does he understand the topic of males, sexual abuse, and recovery, but he can explain it to those who need to know." --Dr. Mic Hunter, author of Abused Boys and editor of Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse: Treatment Innovations

Author : Kelly Humphries
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-08
Category : Child abuse
ISBN : 0648243400

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Unscathed Beauty by Kelly Humphries Pdf

Highly praised Speaker and Author of Unscathed Beauty, Kelly Humphries' darkest fight becomes her brightest light as she fearlessly and bravely reaches into the heart of child abuse and betrayal. Kelly takes you on a roller coaster of emotions to ultimately inspire, equip and empower you with strategies, ideas, insight, hope and love.

Author : Christopher Bagley,Kathleen King
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2003-09-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781134987252

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Child Sexual Abuse by Christopher Bagley,Kathleen King Pdf

A comprehensive overview of the causes, treatment and prevention of child sexual abuse which approaches the problem from the perspectives of the victims, their families and the offenders themselves.

Author : Jonice Webb
Publisher : Morgan James Publishing
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781614482420

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Running on Empty by Jonice Webb Pdf

A large segment of the population struggles with feelings of being detached from themselves and their loved ones. They feel flawed, and blame themselves. Running on Empty will help them realize that they're suffering not because of something that happened to them in childhood, but because of something that didn't happen. It's the white space in their family picture, the background rather than the foreground. This will be the first self-help book to bring this invisible force to light, educate people about it, and teach them how to overcome it.