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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2727
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2727
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2727
Wednesday 18th August 2021
Join a discussion on childhood abuse recovery with expert Sharyn Higdon Jones, sharing insights and support for survivors seeking healing.
91 minutes
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Episode Overview
- Importance of discussing childhood abuse openly.
- Therapeutic interventions for trauma recovery.
- PTSD and its impact on adult survivors.
- Role of community support in healing.
- Personal stories of overcoming abuse.
The pain of being sexually abused is deep and profound. The abuse experience touches the core of a woman's being in ways she could never have predicted.
In this enlightening episode of the Stop Child Abuse Now podcast, host Carol Levine is joined by special guest Sharyn Higdon Jones, a licensed psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience. The discussion centers around the profound impact of childhood abuse and the various pathways to healing. Sharyn, a survivor professional, shares her insights into the complex emotions and challenges faced by those who have experienced such trauma.
The episode delves into the importance of breaking the silence surrounding childhood abuse, highlighting how societal taboos often hinder open discussions and healing. Sharyn emphasizes that acknowledging and confronting past abuse is a crucial step towards recovery. She shares that many survivors struggle with feelings of vulnerability and depression, often resorting to self-destructive behaviors like substance abuse as coping mechanisms. Listeners also hear from Joe, a caller who shares his personal journey of coming to terms with his past.
His story underscores the importance of community and support networks in the healing process. Through heartfelt exchanges, the episode offers hope and encouragement, illustrating that healing is possible with the right support and interventions. The conversation touches on the role of psychotherapy and support groups in addressing PTSD and other mental health issues resulting from childhood trauma. Sharyn and Carol discuss the necessity of creating safe spaces where survivors can share their stories and receive empathetic support.
The episode concludes with a message of hope, reminding listeners that while the past cannot be changed, the path to healing and recovery is attainable.