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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2738
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2738
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2738
Thursday 2nd September 2021
Join Lisa Zarcone as she shares her survivor story, raising awareness about child abuse, mental health, and the journey to healing.
90 minutes
hopeful
challenging
informative
empathetic
inspirational
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Lisa Zarcone: Unspoken Truths of Child Abuse
Episode Overview
- Lisa Zarcone shares her experiences of childhood abuse.
- Importance of mental health awareness in families.
- Effective strategies for healing and recovery.
- Role of NAASCA in supporting abuse survivors.
- Lisa's upcoming book on her mother's mental health journey.
I wrote my story to promote awareness for mental health issues, child safety, and to bring a voice to so many who have the same unspoken truth as myself.
In this compelling episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now,' host Penelope Bennett welcomes Lisa Zarcone, a survivor of child abuse and a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness. Lisa, the NAASCA Ambassador for Massachusetts, shares her harrowing yet hopeful journey through her memoir 'The Unspoken Truth.' Her story is one of overcoming neglect and abuse from a mentally ill parent and finding her voice to raise awareness and support for others facing similar challenges.
Lisa's narrative is not just about her personal experiences but serves as a powerful reminder of the pervasive issue of child abuse and the importance of mental health awareness. She explains that her childhood was marked by horrific, disgusting, and hideous events, but through her activism and writing, she aims to bring these issues to light and offer pathways to healing.
NAASCA, the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse, plays a pivotal role in Lisa's journey, providing a platform for survivors to share their stories and promoting education and intervention strategies related to child abuse. Lisa emphasizes the need to break the cycle of abuse and how essential it is for survivors to find their path to healing, whether through therapy or community support.
During the podcast, Lisa talks about her upcoming book, 'The Book of Julianne,' which delves into her mother's struggles with mental illness and the impact on their family. She reflects on the societal taboos surrounding these topics and how her work aims to foster dialogue and understanding. Listeners are encouraged to visit Lisa's website, lisazarcone.net, and her Facebook inspirational page, where she regularly shares insights and connects with others.
As September is National Suicide Prevention Month, Lisa's message of hope and resilience is particularly poignant. Lisa's closing remarks remind us that keeping children safe is a collective responsibility. Her story is not just a testament to her strength but a call to action for all of us to be vigilant and proactive in protecting the vulnerable among us.