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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2741
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2741
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2741
Tuesday 7th September 2021
Join Holly Davy on SCAN as she shares her powerful survivor story and discusses child abuse prevention, healing, and recovery with NASCA.
90 minutes
hopeful
challenging
informative
supportive
emotional
About this podcast
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NAASCA ORG
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Categories:
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Silence: Holly Davy's Journey of Healing
Episode Overview
- Holly Davy shares her story of abuse and healing.
- Discussion on trauma prevention and recovery.
- Insights into NASCA's mission and support services.
- Encouragement for survivors to speak out.
- Importance of community support in healing.
"I felt so much shame, guilt, disgust and fear about it that I feared anyone knowing so deeply that I could not bring myself to discuss it with anyone."
In this compelling episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Holly Davy bravely shares her journey from being a victim of childhood sexual abuse to becoming a voice for healing and recovery. Hosted by Penelope Dennis, the podcast shines a light on the challenges faced by survivors and the vital role of support networks like NASCA, the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse.
Holly recounts the harrowing experience of being sexually abused by her older cousin from ages five to ten, a violent individual who later committed multiple murders and is now serving life in prison. Her story is one of silence, fear, and shame, as she did not speak of her abuse until she was 26 years old and only confided in her mother at 34.
The podcast emphasizes the importance of breaking the silence surrounding childhood abuse, encouraging survivors to share their stories and seek support. NASCA, with its mission of trauma prevention, intervention, and recovery, provides a platform for survivors to find hope and healing. The discussion touches on various aspects of trauma, including emotional and physical impacts, and how they can be addressed through community support and professional help.
Throughout the episode, Penelope and panel members, including Nancy Brown and John Anderson, engage in meaningful conversations about the societal taboos associated with childhood sexual abuse and the need for education and awareness. They encourage listeners to call in and join the panel, offering their own insights or seeking advice. As the episode concludes, the hosts reaffirm the collective responsibility of keeping children safe and the importance of speaking up when witnessing signs of abuse.
Holly's story serves as a powerful reminder of resilience and the potential for healing, inspiring others to embark on their own journeys of recovery.