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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2813
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2813
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2813
Thursday 16th December 2021
Join Patricia McKnight on a journey from abuse to empowerment. Learn about healing, prevention, and breaking cycles of trauma.
91 minutes
informative
hopeful
challenging
empowering
reflective
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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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Episode Overview
- Understanding the impact of child abuse and neglect.
- Insights into recovery and self-acceptance.
- The role of community support in healing.
- Importance of educating children on safety.
- Resources for prevention and intervention.
Today I am a thousand miles away from the person my parents created in their forced slavery, destructive neglect, and constant violence fueled by mental illness and substance abuse.
In this compelling episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Patricia (Trish) McKnight shares her transformative journey from a life filled with trauma to one of empowerment and advocacy. As a survivor of severe childhood abuse, Trish recounts the harrowing experiences of her past, which included forced slavery, neglect, and violence fueled by her parents' mental illness and substance abuse. These early life challenges set the stage for a tumultuous adulthood marked by substance abuse, suicidal attempts, and chaotic relationships.
However, Trish's story is not solely one of survival but also of hope and healing. She details her path towards self-acceptance and the pivotal moment when she chose to change her life's trajectory, ultimately finding peace and purpose. The podcast also delves into the broader issues surrounding child abuse, discussing prevention, intervention, and recovery strategies.
The hosts, including Elizabeth Knight and Michelle Bless, emphasize the importance of community support and highlight resources available through the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (NAASCA). Listeners are encouraged to educate their children about personal safety and recognize the red flags of abuse. Through Trish's story and the hosts' insights, the episode aims to inspire and empower survivors while fostering a community of support and awareness.