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20 hours ago

How My Story Sparked a Lifetime of Advocacy for Foster Youth

Given away at 15 months due to a mother's undiagnosed mental illness, early separation caused deep identity and grief wounds and led to psychotherapy work.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Are You Always Worried About What Others Think of You?

Fear of judgment rooted in early caregiving can dominate behavior, but acknowledging and addressing it allows regaining control of life.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

2 Lasting Ways That Childhood Trauma Rewires the Brain

Childhood trauma produces lasting biological changes—chronic inflammation and neural rewiring—that increase risk for serious mental health disorders.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Pregnant, homeless, what now?' The search for a safe place to abandon a baby

A 39-year-old woman became homeless after leaving an abusive relationship, concealed her pregnancy, and endured long-term trauma and social isolation.
fromIndependent
6 days ago

'The drinking, drugs and crime when I was young was all part of the condition' - Shaun Ryder on being diagnosed with ADHD and dyslexia as an adult

Reformed hellraiser Shaun Ryder has revealed the childhood trauma behind his life of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll.
Music
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

The Menendez Brothers: A Psychological Perspective on Crime

The motivation for parricide is often rooted in complex interpersonal factors, particularly in the context of severe childhood trauma, such as sexual and emotional abuse.
Social justice
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Toronto mom remembers son killed by stray bullet as gentle boy with 'the best spirit' | CBC News

A young boy named Jahvai was killed by a stray bullet after experiencing significant trauma in his life.
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fromIndependent
1 month ago
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'It was hell on earth, it was unrelenting. He just didn't stop, and he got more brazen as time went on' - sisters raped by their brother, priest Richard Brennan, tell their story

fromIndependent
1 month ago
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'It was hell on earth, it was unrelenting. He just didn't stop, and he got more brazen as time went on' - sisters raped by their brother, priest Richard Brennan, tell their story

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I live for a chance to leave Iraq': how I survived torture and slavery at the hands of Islamic State

Living in a village near Mosul was full of happiness until the Islamic State invaded. I witnessed the murder of my father and cousin at nine years old.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My cultural awakening: a Steve Carell film made me realise I was being abused

Carell's character in 'The Way Way Back' epitomizes the cruel and abusive step-parent experience, triggering reflections on real-life trauma.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

North Korean hackers ran US-based "laptop farm" from Arizona woman's home

Chapman faces 8.5 years in prison and three years of supervised release for her involvement with North Korea and identity theft.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Is It Common for Victims of Abuse to Be Re-Victimized?

Childhood trauma can lead to re-victimization in adulthood, particularly among those with experiences of sexual abuse or emotional neglect.
Film
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Rewatching 'Drop Dead Fred' As A Mom Will Make You Rethink How You Parent

Toxic parenting can have long-lasting effects on children's self-esteem and relationships.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Injustice of Invisible Childhood Trauma

Invisible childhood trauma often remains unrecognized by society, leading to a lack of validation for survivors.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ozzy Osbourne, the people's Prince of Darkness, took heavy metal into the light

Ozzy Osbourne's troubled youth contrasted sharply with the immense success he later achieved in music.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Huda Says She Grew Up in an 'Extremely Abusive Household'

Huda Mustafa recalled traumatic childhood experiences, detailing abuse from her father and bullying during school, leading to struggles with mental health and body image.
Mental health
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fromVulture
1 month ago
Mental health

Mormon Wives Star Conner Leavitt Shares He Was Sexually Abused As a Child

Conner Leavitt disclosed childhood sexual abuse and its effects on his mental health during The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives reunion.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Relationships

When the Past Haunts the Present: Trauma and Relationships

Childhood trauma significantly affects emotional regulation and interpersonal relationships in adulthood.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

BC Camplight: A Sober Conversation review an eccentric rock opera confronting childhood abuse

On his seventh album, Brian Christinzio confronts childhood abuse with a mix of visceral soundscapes and poignant storytelling, offering an innovative rock opera experience.
Music
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A Variety of Factors Contribute to Youth Suicides

Childhood trauma, especially abuse, significantly increases suicide risk among youths.
Cyberbullying adds to shame in victims, exacerbating suicidal tendencies.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

When I think about the burglar menacing my mother, the memories are slippery. She wasn't chirping. She was screaming

The contrast between childhood innocence and traumatic reality profoundly impacts memory.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Onetime gangbanger finds redemption in fatherhood

Mario Lundes's journey reflects the impact of a troubled childhood and gang life on personal transformation.
Parenting
fromTiny Buddha
2 months ago

How My Mother's Alcoholism Shaped Me-and How I'm Healing Now - Tiny Buddha

Navigating a childhood affected by addiction shapes complex emotional dynamics and roles within family relationships.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Davis Stabbing Suspect Takes Stand In His Own Defense

Carlos Dominguez's defense seeks to establish his mental state to argue for not guilty by reason of insanity.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Chronic Self-Blame: What If You're Not the Problem?

Chronic self-blame starts in childhood and can lead to guilt and people-pleasing in adulthood.
Healing requires setting boundaries, questioning self-criticism, and offering yourself compassion.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

30 people accused this probation officer of sexual abuse. He won't face charges

L.A. County's D.A. declined to prosecute prominent abusers amid a historic $4 billion settlement for victims of childhood sexual abuse.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Role of Anxiety in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

Early childhood neglect and abuse are linked to functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGID).
Children model health behaviors seen in parents, affecting their own health.
Stress affects gut health and can lead to illness, including FGID.
Learning to manage stress can help reduce FGID symptoms.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why You Always Say Yes

People-pleasing is rooted in the fawn response to stress learned during childhood for safety.
Fawning helped our ancestors survive by maintaining group harmony, but may hinder personal boundaries today.
Recognizing fawning patterns is essential for improving self-worth and relationship dynamics.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Writing Your Way Through Emotional Triggers

Writing about past triggers improves mental and physical health.
Recognizing childhood emotions helps in current emotional regulation.
Simple exercises can enhance emotional well-being.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Our Trauma History Can Affect Our Friendships

Childhood emotional neglect and trauma greatly affect adult friendships, leading to trust issues, fear of abandonment, and emotional withdrawal.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Remembering a childhood of antisemitism and fear in the Soviet Union

Describes the severe antisemitism faced by a Jewish boy in Russia, ultimately leading to his family's attempt to emigrate.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

An injury ended my student athlete career and caused lifelong pain. Now I'm struggling with my kids wanting to play sports.

As a former gymnast, my life has been greatly affected by injuries from childhood sports, leading to surgeries and teaching my kids to listen to their bodies.
Parenting
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Feeling Unworthy Can Stifle Achievement

Childhood trauma can lead to enduring feelings of unworthiness, impacting self-esteem and motivation.
Support systems and skill-building can enhance self-worth and mitigate feelings of inadequacy.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Modern Family' star Ariel Winter reveals why she fled LA: 'Painful'

"It was just everywhere. It was every headline I read about myself, like, grown people writing articles about me saying how I looked terrible or pregnant or like a fat slut."
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

My VE Day was nothing like our image of it today. I hope we can honour what it really meant | Sheila Hancock

Eighty-five years ago, 1940, a boy prayed for his parents' safety during bombings, highlighting the long-lasting impact of wartime experiences on his adulthood.
London politics
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Childhood Trauma Damages Self-Worth and How to Heal It

Childhood experiences significantly shape self-worth and self-perception. Self-care and boundaries are essential for building self-worth.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Three Steps to Breaking Your Negative Relationship Patterns

Recognizing the connection between current partners and childhood abuse is essential for healing.
Processing trauma emotions helps in breaking unhealthy relationship patterns.
fromAnOther
4 months ago

Constance Debre's Intoxicating New Book Argues Against Family and Identity

Constance Debré challenges familial legacies and sentimentality in her autofictional trilogy, revealing a tumultuous upbringing shaped by addiction and loss.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Breaking our spirits was the plan': the lifelong impact of having gone to boarding school

I now live in a van. It's common amongst third country kids: settling feels a hard thing to do. Our lives are peripatetic.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Family Dysfunction at the Macro Level

Dysfunctional childhoods impact adulthood and workplace behavior.
Family roles influence workplace dynamics and personal identity.
Unpredictable parenting adversely affects adult relationships and job performance.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

A new start after 60: I had a breakdown, the old me died and I cried for the first time in my life

Emotional suppression during childhood can drive adulthood achievements but may also lead to unresolved grief.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How Our History Can Affect Our Jobs

Childhood trauma profoundly impacts professional interactions and competence perceptions.
Self-awareness is crucial for breaking unhealthy behavioral patterns in the workplace.
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