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How I Survived a Troubled ChildhoodThis is the story of how I survived childhood sexual abuse, and how it has affected my life.- Loss of Innocence - Losing Your Childhood Due to Sexual AbuseAs we move through this recovery process, we will find that much of our childhood has been lost. After grieving this loss, we can find ways to restore those losses, even as adults.
First Steps in the Recovery Process - Childhood Sexual AbuseEarly steps in recovery include telling yourself the truth and believing that recovery and healing are possible. You too can move from survivor to overcomer.
Understanding Various Forms of Sexual AbusePedophilia, Voyeurism, Frotteurism, Exhibitionism and many others types of Paraphilia are discussed in this article.- Indiana Girls' Nine Short Years of Life Had a History that is Very Common to Children in AmericaWhat we can learn from nine year old, Aliahna Maroney-Lemmon
- Sexual Abuse - the Punishment Should Fit the CrimeOur societies punishments for sexual crime are far too weak and ineffective. That betrays a lack of knowledge about the devastating nature of sexual crimes upon the victims.
- Hightened Estrogen in Sexually Abused Girls Could Lead to Early PubertyThe point of this article is to open the eyes of the world as to the long term effects sexual abuse has on girls physically.
Jerry Sandusky and Bernie Fine - Best Known Sexual Predators in Today's Sports WorldFirst, Jerry Sandusky, then Bernie Fine. I am wondering who is next to be named as a sexual predator in the world of sports.
Help for Children (and Adult-children) Who Have Been Abused, TraumatizedThe recent news and statistics about sexual abuse of children are troubling. However, there are interventions that are intended to result in remission of post traumatic stress, reduction of symptoms, and improved functioning.- The Penn State Sex Abuse Scandal: Empowering an AbuserWhen abuse goes without being reported to authorities, the abuser is further empowered to repeat the abusive acts upon many more victims.
- Penn State and Priests: Don't Feel Sorry for the Wrong VictimJames Martin, SJ, a Jesuit priest offers an engaging view on the parallels of the sexual abuse situations at Penn State and the Catholic Church, and reminds us to remember the real victims.
- NCAA Fails in Penn State Sexual Abuse Case: Fan's OpinionThe NCAA has failed to act responsibly in the wake of the largest scandal in its history.
- How to Tell If Your Child is Being Sexually AbusedThis article lists ways you can tell if your child is being sexually molested.
- How Puppet Therapy Can Help a Child Recover from Sexual AbuseSexual abuse in any form can be a traumatic experience for a child. A form of therapy that has help children recover from child abuse is puppet therapy.
- Iowa Rape LawsIowa's rape and statutory rape crimes are encoded within the statutes on "sexual abuse." These crimes vary greatly and need to be separated into degrees to understand the range of activity of sex crimes in the state of Iowa.
- Parenting the Sexually Abused ChildHas your child been sexually abused? Are you unsure on what you can do to help you child recovery from sexual abuse?
Sexual Abuse: How to Define and Recognize the Lasting Effects of Sexual AbuseSexual abuse can happen to anyone, male or female, and for both genders, the lasting effects can be the same. Recent studies show one in three girls and one in six boys are sexually abused by the age of 16. Learn to identify sexual abuse and its effects.- Tips for Overcoming the Sexual Abuse of a ParentWhere you sexually abused by a parent and are unsure on how to go about in healing from the abuse?
- Catholics Might Not Be Only Religion with Sexual Abuse IssuesFor the second time in a year, a prominent Illinois protestant minister is accused of sexual abuse of a child.
- Tip for Sexual Abuse Survivors on Building Self-Esteem:Interview with Psychotherapist Patti GeierTo help understand what type of impact sexual abuse can have on someone's overall well being and for tips for sexual abuse survivors on building their self esteem, I have interviewed psychotherapist Patti Geier.
- Sexual Abuse Recovery - Looking Back and Moving ForwardAs a survivor of incest and sexual abuse, I sometimes reflect back over the healing journey. The damage that is done to a young child who lives with his/her sexual abuse perpetrator is, without question, profound.
Sugar Ray Leonard's Sexual Abuse Revelation Sheds Light on Dark IssueIn sharing this with the world Leonard joins other high profile male sexual abuse victims such as CNN's Don Lemon and filmmaker, Tyler Perry in shedding much need light upon a very dark issue across American and the world.
Christian Weight Loss Support Program Blog # 2 How Sexual Abuse Affects You NowIt's time to look a little bit deeper if you were a victim of sexual abuse as a child or as an adult. There are spiritual stumbling blocks that are holding you back from your ideal weight and size. Here are 3 Victory Steps towards Success...- Silence is No Longer Ok when it Comes to Sexual AbuseChildren all over America are being abused every year and it is time that we as parents stop hiding, stop feeling ashamed and stand up for our children.
- Tips for Parenting the Sexually Abused ChildAre you a caretaker of a child that has been sexually abused? Are you unsure on how to best go about in parenting your child that has been sexually abused?
- Exchange Students Refrained from Reporting Sexual Abuse in AmericaIt is not uncommon when an exchange student reports abuse to their coordinator, for the agency to often blame the victim, support the perpetrator and demonize the whistle blower.
- Helping a Child Recover from Sexual AbuseIt's hard to deal with sexual abuse at any age. Are you able to help your child cope with sexual abuse they may have suffered?
Arizona Sheriff Paul Babeu, a Shining StarSheriff Paul Babeu of Arizona wears a star-shaped badge, yet he is himself, a shining star as he serves the citizens of Pinal County.
Survivor of Childhood Sexual Abuse and HealingSurviving childhood sexual abuse, and left facing depression. The results from sexual abuse as a child and through my life. Making the choice to heal.- Self Care for Sexual Abuse SurvivorsAn important part of recovery for sexual abuse survivors is self care. Self care is a great way to rejuvenate and feel whole as a person again. To help get some self care ideas for sexual abuse survivors, I have interviewed therapist Dr. Gilda Josephson.
- The Results of an Abusive EnvironmentSexual Abuse is an aweful existence to be stuck in. To overcome abuse, it is important to understand how the body reacts to trauma and stressful events.
- How to Overcome Frequent Thoughts of Past Sexual AbuseAre you experiencing frequent thoughts of past sexual abuse? Are you unsure on how to overcome your thoughts of past sexual abuse?
Prosecuting Perpetrators of Childhood Sexual AbuseMost states allow a very short window of opportunity for sexual abuse victims to bring charges against their perpetrators. Only those who do not understand the damage done to a child would even consider such a short time-frame for prosecution.- Are You Dating a Child Sexual Molester?If you are a single parent with children living at home, read this article very carefully if you are dating or thinking about dating again. Many sexual molesters seek out single parents to date who have children the ages of their preferred conquest.
Black Men and MolestationA survivor's story on how childhood sexual abuse affects the black male.- How to Recognize that a Child is Being Sexually AbusedEvery day children are sexually abused by someone they know. As a parent or someone who works with the child at school or at an after-school program, learn to recognize the signs of a child who is being sexually abused.
- How Play Therapy Can Help a Child Recover from Sexual AbuseHas your child been sexually abused? Are you unsure on how to help your child to recover from the sexual abuse? A good form of therapy that can help your child is play therapy.
Family and Children's Place - Louisville, KY - Child Advocacy Center in the SpotlightChild Advocacy Centers are great resources for families that need help dealing with the sexual abuse of a child. This article spotlights a CAC in Louisville, KY- International Ring of Pedophile Parents is Discovered by Australian Task ForceWidespread use of the Internet opens the door for pedophiles to abuse children in real time as police and federal agencies seek more effective means to track down the criminals and bring them to justice.
- Get a Free Book on Preventing Child Sexual AbuseGet a free book so simple that a child can read it, but so powerful that it can change lives, You Are The Boss of Your Body.
