Childhood Trauma

**Completely updated December/2016** In today’s world we are faced with wars in the Middle East, terrorist attacks around the world, mass murders and shootings even in the United States. The tragedies and traumas of today are far more violent than what used to shock us. Yet each trauma is felt and responded to differently by different people. This book explains the kinds of tragedies, traumas, and losses that we might experience in our lives. It also spells out the effects these losses have on us, whether physical, emotional, social, or academic. Tragedy, trauma, and loss that are ...

Understanding the Paradox of Surviving Childhood Trauma offers clinicians a new framework for understanding the symptoms and coping mechanisms displayed by survivors of childhood abuse. This approach considers how characteristics such as suicidality, self-harm, persistent depression, and anxiety can have roots in behaviors and beliefs that helped patients survive their trauma. This book provides practitioners with case examples, practical tips, and techniques for applying this mindset directly to their most complex cases.

In this revolutionary book, renowned physician Gabor Maté eloquently dissects how in Western countries that pride themselves on their healthcare systems, chronic illness and general ill health are on the rise. Nearly 70 percent of Americans are on at least one prescription drug; more than half take two. In Canada, every fifth person has high blood pressure. In Europe, hypertension is diagnosed in more than 30 percent of the population. And everywhere, adolescent mental illness is on the rise. So what is really “normal” when it comes to health?

Do you feel anxious in relationships—desperate for reassurance yet terrified of abandonment? You’re not broken—you’re wired for connection, and you can feel secure. You don’t have to settle for anxiety-ridden relationships or second-guess your worth. Healing is possible, love is within reach, and security starts from within. It’s time to let go of fear and step into the love you were meant for. Your new story begins now—press play and start living it.

Each year at least a billion children around the world are victims of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that range from physical abuse to racial discrimination to neglect and food deprivation. The brain plasticity of our most vulnerable makes the adverse effects of trauma only that much more damaging to mental and physical development. Those dealt a hand of ACEs are more likely to drop out of school, have a shorter life, abuse substances, and suffer from myriad mental health and behavioral issues.

When asked, almost everyone agrees they would like to have control over some parts of their lives. Billy, at age ten, is no different. Truth be told, he’d love to have some peace in his day. He knows better than to wish for happiness or a warm dinner, though that’d be super! What he really would love is a mom who recognizes that he’s just a kid and not her enemy. He doesn’t know why she seems to hate him, but like all kids, he holds onto hope. Nothing feels easy for Billy. He leaves one war zone at home to go to school, where he’s an easy target for the class bully. If it ...

Silent Scars: A Poetic Journey Through Domestic Violence "Underneath the Poetry with Her Diary" is a compelling anthology that unveils the hidden realities of domestic abuse through raw and honest poetry. Each verse serves as a voice for victims, capturing their fear, pain, and journey towards healing. Why This Collection is a Must-Read: Authentic Narratives: Experience the genuine emotions of those affected by domestic violence. Call to Action: These poems not only foster empathy but also advocate for change and a violence-free future. Healing Inspiration: Find solace and strength within ...

Introducing "Let Go and Heal" - Your Path to Freedom and Inner Peace Are you tired of carrying the heavy burden of emotional pain and unresolved traumas? Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of negativity and self-doubt, unable to break free and live the fulfilling life you deserve? If so, "Let Go and Heal" by renowned author and transformational coach Mark Linden O'Meara is here to guide you towards liberation and healing. Unleash the Power Within You: "Let Go and Heal" is not just another self-help book; it's a transformative journey that will empower you to let go of the past, heal your...

For each of us, there is a connection between our early family dynamics and experiences and our current attitudes and decisions. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices in people, repetitive situations, and decisions, even their emotional reactions, were connected to those early negative experiences, playing a major role in their current unhappiness.

Some secrets are too dangerous to tell and too dark to keep... When young Corianne Dempsey and her best friend, Rebecca, are approached by a stranger on their way to school, only one girl makes it home. When Rebecca turns up dead, Corianne's childhood ends abruptly. Growing up in the long shadow of this event, Corianne is now a conflicted young woman seeking solace in dangerous places. Her hauntingly-dark dreams begin crossing into waking life, hinting that the past she remembers may be a lie. Driven to make sense of what is happening, she returns to the only place she feels solid, the farm...

Award-winning film and television writer, producer and director David Brady's work is best known in Canada, but not stranger to U.S. and European audiences. He has been the President of four film and television production companies. All of his work has been critically acclaimed, including two Golden Globe Nominations for Best Foreign Picture, Best Actor. Productions he has produced have 7 Canadian Academy Awards, a Banff Television Festival nomination and nearly a dozen US Film & Video Awards. He has produced for such networks as The Disney Channel, Discovery, The Smithsonian Channel, TLC, ...

Over the last decade, husband and wife team Evan and Jenny Owens have helped thousands of people overcome the trials, tragedies, and traumas of their past, and in this book, they show you how you can too. With empathy and insight, Healing What's Hidden offers a practical, step-by-step process to help you acknowledge your trauma, heal your invisible wounds, and reclaim your future so you can live beyond the anxiety, depression, and shame trauma leaves behind. Others are already experiencing healing. Now it's your turn.

"Trauma Braille" is an expressive exploration into the hidden scars and silent struggles that shape a person's inner world and biology. Much like the tactile language of Braille, which is felt rather than seen, trauma is often an invisible force that can only be understood through close and careful attention. This book delves into the intricate patterns of trauma, offering readers a guide to recognizing and interpreting the subtle signals that reveal deep emotional wounds. In its essence, "Trauma Braille" is not just about understanding trauma; it is about transforming how we relate to ...

She looked like the responsible one. Inside, she was silently falling apart. Some girls get to be children. Others are handed emotional responsibilities before they even know what peace feels like. If you grew up keeping the adults okay, swallowing your needs to avoid chaos, or being praised for “maturity” that was really just survival—you were never alone. And it was never your fault. This book is for the daughters who became emotional caregivers long before they were ready. With soft, piercing honesty, She Raised Herself in a House Full of Adults explores the wounds left by ...

If you find yourself in harmful patterns, let’s start a healing journey together. DRY YOUR EYES,WOMAN , will help you heal and move forward with the goal for you to obtain and navigate whole, healthy relationships with God, yourself, and other safe people. By trusting in Jesus, you will be able to find your way to forgiveness and transformation. What Others Are Saying About Christina and Her Strategies “Hi, this is James Malinchak, featured on ABCs hit TV show, “Secret Millionaire.” If you have ever gone through a traumatic experience in your life, and maybe you need some hope put ...

A Solitary Man, a Lost Boy, and the Journey to Redemption In the serene wilderness of Northern Michigan, school custodian Buddy Robertson finds solace in nature’s rhythms and the healing simplicity of the changing seasons—from winter’s treasured collections to spring’s maple syrup production and the return of migratory birds that signal the forest’s awakening. Yet beneath this peaceful existence lies a past marred by loss and abuse—a past Buddy has long sought to escape. When Buddy meets Ben, a young boy grappling with his own demons, he is forced to confront the shadows of his ...

Respect My Gangsta Part 1 Life of Sorrow spotlights Sorrow Sanae' Hunter (aka Panther) and her entanglement with unrelenting hardship and death. Born of infidelity, Sorrow endures torment and neglect, aided only by her brothers. When their Mother's drug addiction catalyzes them into murderers, Sorrow learns hustling and self-preservation from them. Her first love brings brief respite, but she hones the art of gaining Respect for her Gangsta. A tragedy crushes her first love, and her mom restricts her autonomy. To flee her cruel world, Sorrow enrolls in college and abandons the street life. ...

"Believing that something is wrong with us is a deep and tenacious suffering," says Tara Brach at the start of this illuminating book. This suffering emerges in crippling self-judgments and conflicts in our relationships, in addictions and perfectionism, in loneliness and overwork - all the forces that keep our lives constricted and unfulfilled. Radical Acceptance offers a path to freedom, including the day-to-day practical guidance developed over Dr. Brach's 20 years of work with therapy clients and Buddhist students.

We all carry wounds that no one sees—the silent scars of repressed trauma, buried emotions, and unspoken pain. These wounds shape our lives in ways we may not even recognize, influencing our relationships, thoughts, and behaviors. Silent Scars: Releasing the Trauma That Binds You is a deep, transformative guide to understanding how suppressed pain manifests and how to break free from its grasp. Through a powerful blend of psychological insight, real-life reflections, and practical exercises, this book takes you on a journey of emotional excavation. From uncovering the hidden layers of the...

The trauma and grief of growing up in an alcoholic or addicted family create a lifetime of baggage. If you grew up in an addicted family, the dysfunction that permeated every aspect of your childhood may have seemed "normal", and you may not even realize the level of affect alcohol still has on your adult life - whether or not you drink. If you are one of the millions of Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOAs), the cost of your childhood pain can be unbearable. You may have learned how to "survive", but are you "living" your life?