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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2724
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2724
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2724
Friday 13th August 2021
Join Dr. Lena Clark for a Q&A on child abuse, mental health, and healing as a survivor in this engaging open mike episode.
90 minutes
hopeful
informative
supportive
challenging
empowering
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
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Episode Overview
- Child abuse is a pandemic issue affecting everyone.
- Mental health education is crucial for prevention.
- Empower survivors by providing support and resources.
- Open discussions can break taboos and encourage healing.
- Community involvement is key in addressing abuse.
The biggest thing we can do for our kids is not allow them to be with single adults.
In this compelling episode of the Stop Child Abuse Now podcast, host Tammy Shostal welcomes listeners to an open mike discussion featuring Dr. Lena G. Clark, a domestic violence survivor and mental health expert. The episode, centered around empowering survivors and fostering community education, delves into the multifaceted topics of child abuse, mental health, and domestic violence. Dr.
Clark, calling in from Alpharetta, Georgia, shares her personal journey of healing after enduring domestic abuse and the subsequent suicide of her husband, who suffered from depression and schizophrenia. Her story highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the need for survivors to find strength and support through community resources. Tammy Shostal introduces the mission of NASCA, the National Association for Adult Survivors of Child Abuse, emphasizing the organization's dedication to addressing childhood abuse and trauma.
NASCA aims to educate society about the widespread impact of child abuse and offers hope and healing through various services for adult survivors. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to participate in the conversation, sharing their experiences and insights. The dialogue touches on the significance of discussing child abuse openly to overcome societal taboos and the importance of teaching children about appropriate and inappropriate touch. Dr.
Clark and Tammy stress the need for community involvement in preventing abuse, highlighting strategies such as ensuring children are never left alone with a single adult to reduce risk. The episode concludes with a heartfelt message of gratitude to participants and support for survivors. This episode serves as a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of abuse and mental health while providing practical advice for fostering a safer community environment.