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- "When One Door Closes, Another Opens, But It's Hell In The Hallways." - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2007 from Michael ZBoy do we hate change. Before recovery I had few tools or healthy ways of dealing with change. If something ended in my life, it often felt like the end of my life. Once I entered the hallway, it was dark indeed. As I worked through recovery, I learned many valuable life lessons. The first was ...
Views: 7692 - #MeToo: Add My Voice to the Cultural Ground Swell against Sexual Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2017 from Suzanne St. John SmithWe are living in powerful times. A crucial time in the lives of those who’ve been sexually abused. For girls, boys, men, and women, it’s a long-awaited time when people are becoming empowered to speak up against the sexual abuse they’ve experienced during their lifetimes with the hope of making ...
Views: 1323 - *** 6 Mass Murders Take 47 Lives in 30 Days - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2009 from Kathy SeifertForty-seven people were killed in mass murders in the US in less than 30 days this year. Everyone is looking for reasons and to make sense of these tragic events because we all cope better with catastrophic events if we can make some sense of them or find safety for ourselves and our loved ...
Views: 1446 - *** Trauma Can Affect Childhood Development - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Kathy SeifertChildren develop skills in a predictable sequence that must be followed. For instance, babies do not learn to walk before they crawl. They babble before they speak words. They use parallel play earlier than interactive play. In the same way, they learn to cope with stressors, solve problems, and ...
Views: 3357 - ***7 Action Steps For those Involved In Domestic Violence - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2008 from Kathy SeifertDomestic violence negatively affects everyone in the family — the offender, the spouse, the children, and the next generation. Stopping and healing violence in the home will involve the whole family getting help, with or without the offender, whether reunification is antici¬pated or not. ...
Views: 2617 - ***8 Year Old Child Killer: Criminal, Mentally Ill, or Trauma Victim? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2009 from Kathy SeifertThe headlines read: Eight Year-Old Kills Father and a Boarder. Was this tragedy preventable? If it is proven that the known causes of youth violence were there, it was entirely preventable. This is worse than a tragedy and it must be fixed. Experts agree that most youth who become violent share ...
Views: 1988 - ***Book Review: How Children Become Violent - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Abuse and Recovery. Abuse and Recovery deals with countering and overcoming physical and mental harm of any degree or severity. Kathryn Seifert is the Official Guide to Abuse and Recovery. How Children Become Violent, by Kathryn ...
Views: 1289 - ***CHOICES IN ANGER: Emotions, Mind and Spirit, Part 3 - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorBlaming others Scapegoating comes into common practice through processes that have been repeated throughout recorded history – in family, classroom, interracial and international settings. The targets of anger are always dehumanized. These “others” are painted by the blaming group as being ...
Views: 1659 - ***CHOICES IN ANGER: Emotions, Mind and Spirit, Part 4 - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Daniel BenorLooking deeper If you take a spiritual perspective, assuming that every experience in life is a potential healing lesson, an invitation from your higher self to learn and to grow, then challenges in your life may have a different “feel” to them. This is a major reframing! If someone does ...
Views: 1515 - ***Female Violence: Problems & Solutions - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2008 from Kathy SeifertViolence in the family is a major source of teen female violence. The future well-being of a society is directly linked to its ability to care for and educate its young. Families that cannot successfully care for their young, nurture the seeds of future violence and criminality. Until we learn ...
Views: 1857 - ***Healing Past Harmful Relationships - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2008 from Kathy SeifertWhen you were a child, and you were hurt by an adult, you put up emotional walls to protect yourself from hurt, and to hold in anger. You didn't have the tools yet to deal with hurt and anger. The walls were useful while you were learning what it was all about. Maybe someone told you, "Don't ...
Views: 2613 - ***The Association of Family Violence with Behavior and Psychiatric Problems in Children and Teens - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Kathy SeifertBackground While many behavioral and psychiatric disorders have a biological base, they may also have roots in early childhood maltreatment and in exposure to violence. The overlap between behavioral /psychiatric disorders and histories of childhood trauma is greater than has been previously ...
Views: 2448 - ***Violence Prevention Agenda For New President - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2008 from Kathy SeifertA 12-year old South Carolina boy was shot and killed while trick or treating on October 31. Members of his family were shot and injured. Werner Lippe, a 66-year old jeweler, has confessed to killing his wife and disposing of the body. Four men have been charged with the deadly shooting of ...
Views: 1618 - 10 Best Addiction Treatment Centers in LA California - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2020 from Addiction AideDrug rehabilitation, known also as drug rehab, is a process that is created in order to assist a drug and alcohol addict to get out of his addiction. Basically, institutes, including those found when you look for drug rehab Los Angeles, educate abusers by telling them the consequences of ...
Views: 746 - 20 Signs that you may have a problem with booze - by Submitted on May 23, 2010 from John McMahonYou know that you have got a problem with booze when: 1 before every party or social occasion your partner asks you “not to drink too much tonight”. 2 you feel that everyone in your company drinks too slowly or doesn’t know how to let their hair down and have a good time ...
Views: 2311 - 2020 WNAAD Survivor Empowerment Telesummit Free Event - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2020 from Dr. Anne BrownTake Your Recovery From Narcissistic Abuse To The Next Level! From the safety of your home learn trauma-transforming steps to not only empower you but also make notable reductions in the vast array of trauma symptoms. What would it be like to have an action-oriented roadmap for recovery ...
Views: 988 - 3 Critical Life Lessons You Can Learn From Addiction - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2021 from Aurelien BAlthough alcohol and drug addiction can cause many physical and emotional damages, there are many life lessons that can be learned through these challenges. Looking at a difficult situation as a chance for personal growth can help improve your outlook and mood about these circumstances, and, as ...
Views: 1073 - 3 Keys to Surviving Verbal and Emotional Abuse - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Jeanne King, Ph.D.You are not his/her words, though it doesn’t feel that way when you are being abused. On a very deep level, you believe those words of disregard, disapproval, disrespect…even the ones that are absolutely foul. Yet, in a more surface way, you claim not to buy that trash. You know those are just ...
Views: 3961 - 3 Sure-fire Ways to Reduce Pain and Speed Healing - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2007 from Steve HefferonThe last time I gave advice to a bodybuilder was in 1981. I was a freshman in high school, and I told a friend's brother to "slow down his reps." I thought that was good information, seeing as how I had just read it in article by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Well, this guy put the weight down and ...
Views: 1340 - 3 Telltale Signs of Emotional Abuse - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Jeanne King, Ph.D.How do you know if this is emotional abuse? How do you know if you are being abused emotionally? You know from the inside out. Look closely at these three tell-tale signs of emotional abuse and let your awareness of your inner experience, relative to each, permeate your entire being. 1) Being ...
Views: 1452 - 30 Day Rehab - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2019 from John KahalThe Journey To Recovery and What To Expect In a 30 Day Rehab While in a 30 Day Rehab program can help prepare a person mentally for the process of starting their journey to recovery. The recovery program involves residing in a residential treatment center for the duration of 30 days. During ...
Views: 946 - 4 Proven Resources for Breaking a Substance Addiction - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Anica OaksAccording to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, drug abuse rates declined by almost eight percent from 2002 to 2013. However, there is still a large treatment gap, which results in over 20 million Americans failing to receive needed substance abuse help. Below introduces four excellent ...
Views: 2245 - 4 Steps for Improving Your Life After a DUI Arrest - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2019 from Anica OaksAfter a DUI arrest, your whole life feels thrown off course. A single mistake could cost you your career and future, but it doesn’t have to. Although having a DUI on your criminal record (or a criminal record at all, for that matter) could complicate certain things, a DUI arrest is also a ...
Views: 1669 - 4 Steps to Freeing Yourself from Substance Abuse - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. By 2008, there are more than 115,000 people who are rushed to the ER because of illegal drug abuse. The country has spent as much as $180 billion from drug-related crimes and health care costs. Simply put, drug and alcohol abuse are such a ...
Views: 985 - 4 Toxic Influences You Need to Remove From Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2019 from Meghan BelnapThe influences in your life are what tend to drive your successes and your failures. If you wish to lead a more balanced and successful life, it's natural that you would wish to get rid of the most negative influences around you. Below are four of the most toxic influences to get rid of in your ...
Views: 1034 - 5 Benefits of Learning to Identify Intimate Partner Abuse - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2008 from Jeanne King, Ph.D.If you have read my writing, you may know me as someone who encourages people to recognize intimate partner violence. But, I wonder if you know why I’m so steadfast about this. Learning to Meditate Is Like Learning to Mate I’m reminded of the days when I taught biofeedback and ...
Views: 945 - 5 Marketing Tactics Used By Predators To Draw In Their Victims - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2018 from Christiana StarWhen individuals are trapped in or have left abusive situations, they often ask themselves: How did I get into this? Why did I fall for it? How could I be so naive? Why did I not respond to red flags earlier? They experience much self-recrimination and shattered confidence in their judgment of ...
Views: 1268 - 5 Methods of Drug Abuse - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Lara SchusterIn order for drugs to affect the brain they must first be put into the body. There are five methods of drug use which allow drugs to enter the body: swallowing, smoking, snorting, through suppositories and injecting. 1. Swallowing Ingesting or swallowing drugs is the most common method of ...
Views: 1913 - 5 Positive Habits I Learned in Addiction Recovery - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2019 from Andy MaciaMy story with substance abuse begins at an uncle’s party when I was only 9 years old. I still remember that night as if it were yesterday. I was curious about alcohol and wanted to try it, but my mom had strictly prohibited my siblings and me to go near alcohol. I planned my moves carefully so I ...
Views: 836 - 5 Sedative Abuse Warning Signs - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Lara SchusterApproximately 30 million people take sleep medications and almost half of them take Ambien, according to reports from NIDA, the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Ambien is a long lasting sleep inducing agent that helps to maintain sleep throughout the night. Unfortunately, Ambien has the same ...
Views: 1038 - 5 Signs You’re Ready for Drug or Alcohol Rehab - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2017 from Desiree PattonIt can be difficult to admit that you have a problem with drugs or alcohol, but it truly is the first step to recovery. Once you’ve taken this step, and recognize your addiction and its impact on yourself and others, your new focus should be choosing a strategy to get sober and change your ...
Views: 1604 - 5 Things You Can Do To Help Win the War on Substance Abuse - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Anica OaksSubstance abuse is a massive problem in the United States and a few other countries. The United States has more than 23 million people who are addicted to drugs, alcohol and the like. Drug-related crimes run rampant throughout the United States, as well. U.S. citizens can participate in fighting ...
Views: 1813 - 5 Ways to Help Your Teen Avoid a Relapse - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Desiree PattonYour teen has relapsed. Despite whatever fear, disappointment, and frustration you may feel, you need to remain as calm as possible. Your loved one still needs your support. So, what can you do as a concerned parent to help them get back on the road to recovery? 1. Envision Relapse as a ...
Views: 2026 - 6 Strong Signs You Have Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Kim SaeedLike many people who’ve endured Narcissistic and emotional abuse, you probably didn’t realize what was happening to you until you reached a point of near insanity and began searching desperately for reasons why your fairytale romance took a grievous turn for the worse. Further, the person you ...
Views: 2554 - 6 tips to combat fear of bullying - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2019 from Eddie ColinWhat is bullying or bullying? Educational system and qualifications Primary education Being parents September 2, 2015 Raul Fernández The bullying , also known worldwide as bullying is a form of psychological abuse and / or physical suffering children mainly within the education sector ...
Views: 916 - 7 Reasons Why Child Abuse Is Not Normal - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2008 from Gudrun FrerichsJust the other day someone made the statement that child sexual abuse is normal because it happens so oft en. Maybe it’s only a problem because we (society) make such a big deal out of it. Well, that was quite a challenge that turned quickly into a heated discussion. I can understand though, ...
Views: 2486 - 7 Tips to Help Your Loved One in an Abusive Relationship - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2009 from Jeanne King, Ph.D.We often hear friend’s and family members of domestic abuse victims express frustration over their loved one’s choosing to remain in their abusive relationships. This is understandable. Question is how can they help the abused? In working with families over the years, I find the ...
Views: 968 - A Couple's Guide to Intimacy...When One of You is a Sexual Abuse Survivor - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Susie and Otto CollinsJeanette really wants to have a “normal” sex life with her husband Carl. The problem is her memories of being sexually abused as a child by a neighbor. It seems like whenever Carl touches her or talks to her in a sexually suggestive way, she freezes up. This has been a struggle for the two ...
Views: 2364 - A Good Mother Loves Her Children Unconditionally, No Matter What. - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Sam VakninBut what about narcissistic or psychopathic children, children suffering from conduct disorder, or oppositional defiant disorder)? Donovan, 16 years old, is incapable of loving and, therefore, has never loved you, his mother (or, for that matter, anyone else, himself included) in his entire ...
Views: 3219 - A heart warming story - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Teresa JoyceI would also like to share this story with you. Whilst emailing talk shows I sent an email to a particular lady host. It was strange as it took me some time to find her email address, but something told me to keep looking. Once found I emailed her. Within ten minutes I received an urgent reply, ...
Views: 1574 - A Journey to a New Life - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from Mark GillespiePersonal growth and recovery from abuse is a journey. The journey we shall take commences at the point when one’s inner life begins, as a child, but not a living child, an inner-child, locked in time, forever orbiting in the universe within one’s head, and there is likely more than one such ...
Views: 1982 - A New Perception for Healing Domestic Violence - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2007 from Marilyn RedmondIt is time to treat the whole person including emotional and subconscious aspects originating domestic violence and move beyond the current theory of behavioral and book solutions. When treating the whole person results are effective and long term, not the usual shallow help. Growing into ...
Views: 1884 - A Story of Forgiveness - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Jason FreedmanArticle By: Jason Freedman Po. Box 496 Salt Lake City, UT 84110 801-949-9651 JasonFreedmanjournalism@gmail.com The Tragedy to Triumph Story of Teal Scott It was a cold, gray March morning at Greenhouse Effect Coffee in south Salt Lake City. I had arrived early so as to set up ...
Views: 1253 - A Voice For The Oppressed! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2008 from Biancia TateOppress-to weigh heavily on the mind of; worry. to keep down by the cruel or unjust use of authority. Oppression-physical or mental distress. Bless- to consecrate with blood; to make holy. To ask divine favor for; to endow; to make happy; to praise. Jesus said in His Word the following ...
Views: 1202 - A Woman Without A Voice - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2008 from Cathy RoysSherry (not her real name) was brought to my office by her husband who had grown concerned that she wasn't herself lately. She didn't take care of the kids, she cried all the time and she wouldn't look at anyone. She didn't protest much just sat there wringing her hands and stuttering over her ...
Views: 1732 - ABANDONMENT Pain, Now (Part 1) - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Donna Torbico“I HATE YOU - DON’T LEAVE ME!” I know I don’t deserve you, but I’m desperate ✶ Un-healed ACoAs have only 2 speeds about most things: Too Much or Too Little, black or white, very high or very low. ‘Gray’ is NOT even thought of, or is seen as a cop-out! ✶ Mental Health is about many ...
Views: 1813 - ABANDONMENT Pain, Now (Part 2) - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Donna TorbicoABANDONMENT PAIN IS FROM THE PAST It hurts, but it passes DEFINITION • the DEF for Abandonment (A) is : “Not getting enough of your legitimate childhood needs met, & some needs NOT at all”. This applies to all 4 categories of NEEDS: Mental, Physical, Emotional, Spiritual. (A) is NOT just ...
Views: 1832 - Abuse By Proxy - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2007 from Sam VakninIf all else fails, the abuser recruits friends, colleagues, mates, family members, the authorities, institutions, neighbours, the media, teachers – in short, third parties – to do his bidding. He uses them to cajole, coerce, threaten, stalk, offer, retreat, tempt, convince, harass, communicate ...
Views: 1566 - Abuse Survivor's Series: Using Overreactions to Begin Healing Our Childhood Wounds - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2007 from Stephanie GagosAbuse Survivor's Series: Using Overreactions To Begin Healing Our Childhood Wounds By: Stephanie Gagos As an abused child I frequently detached as a way of coping with what was happening to me and even though most of my memories were devoid of emotion, it did not mean I was not experiencing ...
Views: 2078 - Abuse: Have You Gone From Being A Victim To Being A Perpetrator? - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIt is often said that abuse is passed down from one generation to another and it can be hard for people to understand why this happens. However, the next generation are not the only ones who can end up being abused; it is also something that can affect the people who the abuser comes into ...
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