Daphne Young on Child Abuse Prevention: Insights and Support from Childhelp
Episode Overview
The episode stressed the significance of educating the public about the taboo of discussing childhood sexual abuse Highlighting the work of Childhelp, the episode underscored the importance of crisis intervention, information, and referrals provided through its hotline, 1-800-4-A-CHILD Carol Levine emphasized the need for offering hope for healing and providing essential services and information for those involved in preventing, intervening, and recovering from child abuse The conversation shed light on the challenges and importance of supporting survivors of child abuse Discussed the impact of trauma-informed advocacy and the need for comprehensive child abuse prevention programs
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Imagine having a lifeline when facing the darkest moments of child abuse. In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Daphne Young, Chief Communications Officer of Childhelp, shares her invaluable experience and insights. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, Childhelp operates a crucial hotline, 1-800-4-A-CHILD, offering crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of resources. Daphne explains how these services have become a beacon of hope for millions, emphasizing the importance of firsthand reporting in saving lives.
Carol Levine, Vice President of NAASCA, joins the conversation, shedding light on the often-taboo topic of childhood sexual abuse and stressing the need for public education. Together, they discuss the global impact of child abuse and the essential role of support networks in recovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the profound effects of child abuse and the pathways to healing.