Breaking Silence: Healing from Childhood Trauma
Episode Overview
Open-mic forum for discussing child abuse recovery. Pastor Deborah Schleich shares insights as a survivor-professional. Importance of trauma-informed care and therapy. Encouragement for community involvement and support. Understanding the long-term effects of childhood trauma.
Breaking the silence is key. If you see something, please say something. It is our moral responsibility to do so.
The 'Stop Child Abuse Now' podcast episode hosted by Penelope Bennett and co-hosted by Annie features a dynamic and insightful open-mic discussion with Pastor Dr. Deborah Schleich, a survivor-professional. Pastor Deborah brings her wealth of experience and knowledge to the conversation, drawing from her background in ministry, mental health, substance abuse treatment, and trauma-informed social work. Child abuse prevention and intervention are central topics discussed in this episode.
Pastor Deborah emphasizes the importance of community support and the need for trauma-informed care in addressing the long-term effects of childhood trauma on adults. Her personal story, growing up in a military family with a mentally ill mother, adds a poignant layer to the discussion, highlighting the challenges faced by survivors of child abuse. Listeners are encouraged to participate in the open-mic forum, providing a unique opportunity to engage directly with a professional who has lived through similar experiences.
The interactive format allows for a rich exchange of ideas and questions, helping to break the silence surrounding child abuse and its impact. The episode underscores the necessity of mental health therapy and the role of medication in balancing brain chemistry for clearer thinking and recovery. Pastor Deborah advocates for early intervention, suggesting that college students take ACEs tests to better understand potential childhood trauma and seek help before starting families.
As the discussion draws to a close, the hosts remind listeners of their moral responsibility to protect children and speak up against abuse. The episode serves as a call to action for community involvement, raising awareness, and supporting survivors in their healing journey.