Childhood Trauma

Our brains do their best to help us out, but every so often they can be real assholes - having meltdowns, getting addicted to things, or shutting down completely at the worst possible moments. Your brain knows it's not good to do these things, but it can't help it sometimes - especially if it's obsessing about trauma it can't overcome. That's where this life-changing book comes in. With humor, patience, science, and lots of good-ole swearing, Dr. Faith explains what's going on in your skull, and talks you through the process of retraining your brain to respond appropriately....

Unlock the path to healing, emotional balance, and lasting well-being in this transformative journey of self-discovery. Keep reading to learn more! In just 12 weeks, you’ll break out of your toxic cycles and build a healthy relationship with yourself and others. You will learn everything you need to overcome childhood trauma and PTSD with this focused behavior therapy workbook.

Just as you prepared your home to welcome a new child, it is important to prepare your heart and mind - especially if the child has suffered from a background of trauma. Perhaps your invitation for love is met with hostility and you find that this new member of your family rejects connection. It’s critical to acknowledge the effects of trauma on a child’s ability to attach. Mike and Kristin Berry realized this when they became adoptive and foster parents. They now offer guidance from their own journey to others parenting a child who has experienced past trauma.

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...

Do you sometimes feel as if you're just going through the motions in life? Are you good at looking and acting as if you're fine, but secretly feel lonely and disconnected? If so, you are not alone. The world is full of people who have an innate sense that something is wrong with them - who feel they live on the outside looking in, but have no explanation for this feeling and no way to put it into words.

Do you ever feel controlled by your life? Is it hard for you to release anger from the past? Are you just surviving and calling it living? Face your fears and their message! Each experience is perfectly aligned for your purpose, peace, and freedom. Listen and trust. Your life lessons will guide you. * * * In her memoir, Lynn Balter shows how she transformed unimaginable traumas into a triumphant life of compassion, purpose, and philanthropy. Her life story illustrates the important lessons she learned while surviving and thriving after childhood trauma, sexual assault, divorce, addiction, ...

By now, many of us understand that our childhoods play a vital role in our behavior, especially in our closest & most intimate relationships. BUT! This doesn’t mean these behaviors are now set in stone forever. In fact, by taking the time to understand their cause, uncover their roots & truly work through them, you can not only heal your inner child & anxious attachment style, but start living your best life. With the practical strategies, tips & exercises you can start your journey to FREEDOM.

Are you still carrying invisible wounds from your childhood? Do you constantly seek approval, struggle with setting boundaries, or feel trapped in toxic family dynamics? You're not broken — but your past may still be holding you hostage. It’s time to break free. Break Free from Toxic Parents: Heal the Wounds of a Loveless Childhood is your powerful, compassionate guide to healing the silent pain of growing up under toxic, narcissistic, or emotionally unavailable parents. Whether your parents were controlling, manipulative, dismissive, or simply unable to meet your emotional needs, this ...

This is a personal story of generational trauma, a mother's debilitating paranoid schizophrenia and a daughter who was thrust into foster care, homelessness, drug addiction, and was sexually abused and neglected. This book Discovers the strength of the human spirit and the power of love that defies all odds, a story of resilience and hope. Beautifully written as a heartfelt memoir that invites readers to discover Lorie’s profound journey, The Voices We Couldn’t Hear is a transformative coming-of-age story that delves into poignant themes including abuse, mental illness, and the ...

For the entirety of my existence I have been fighting against the tide of our family secrets to keep them from engulfing me. My fight was never against a monster lurking in the dark; instead it was a small plastic orange bottle filled with tiny capsules. I am the youngest daughter of not one but two drug - addicted parents. In this child’s perspective, I throw open the door to finally shed light onto the heartbreak, anger, fear, shame and guilt which coincides with loving an addict. I was not alone in the fight but alongside my three older siblings. As we battle against the darkness ...

This book is about a young girl who was a daddy’s girl but never knew how it could go from a true bond to a strong hate. Trust is something you're supposed to have when it comes to family, the closest family at that. When you lose it, it’s hard to gain it with anyone else. This book pinpoints the relationship between a daddy and a daughter. It opens up your eyes to life’s challenges and barriers but also builds character. Never to be expected is what the book represents, a true plot twist.

Originally published in 1991, The Sexual Healing Journey is a highly respected resource for understanding and healing the intimate sexual problems caused by sex abuse. In this third edition, renowned author, psychotherapist, and certified sex therapist, Wendy Maltz keeps this classic recovery book fresh with revised materials and a new preface. This guide presents a comprehensive program for healing that combines expert clinical advice with innovative exercises, steadfast techniques, and deeply moving stories of individuals who have overcome the challenges of sexual abuse.

Are you tired of feeling like your emotions control your life instead of the other way around? If you're living with Complex PTSD from childhood trauma, you know the struggle of overwhelming emotions that seem to hijack your relationships, career, and daily life. While everyone else tells you to "feel your feelings," you're already feeling them—TOO much, TOO intensely, at ALL the wrong times. This book is for those who don't need to get MORE in touch with their emotions—you need to learn how to regulate them.What You'll Discover: 🧠 Understanding Your Nervous System Why your emotional...

Do unresolved emotions and childhood wounds still influence your life? Are you trapped in cycles of self-sabotage, guilt, or anxiety that you can't seem to escape? Do you long for authentic relationships and self-acceptance but feel held back by invisible barriers? ✨ If the answer is "YES," this book is your guide to healing and transformation! ✨ These unresolved childhood experiences—whether rooted in trauma, neglect, or unmet emotional needs—shape the way you navigate relationships, handle challenges, and perceive yourself today. Your Inner Child carries the unhealed wounds of the...

" No It's Not Your Fault: A Journey of Healing from Childhood Trauma and Embracing Trust" Embark on a profound journey of healing, understanding, and empowerment with "It's Not Your Fault: A Journey of Healing from Childhood Trauma and Embracing Trust." This book is a beacon of hope and a source of strength for anyone who has experienced childhood trauma. Crafted with compassion, insight, and practical wisdom, this book is designed to support, guide, and inspire you as you navigate the complex path of recovery. What You'll Discover Inside: Deep Insights into Childhood Trauma: Understand the...

The path to the future is connected to the past. Only when you heal, your hurts will you be able to move forward and connect with your true self. If you struggle with self-doubt or anxiety and find it difficult to embrace new experiences, there’s a high chance that your inner child is crying out for help. That child is no stranger. That child is you, and their experiences are still shaping the ones you have today.

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?

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.

Unlock Your Emotional Freedom with 41 Powerful Exercises and 3 EXCLUSIVE BONUSES! Includes Guided Meditations, Visualizations, and 365 Journal Prompts. Are You Tired of Being Held Back by Your Past? It’s Time to Break Free and Start Living the Life You Deserve! The hidden emotional scars from childhood trauma often linger far into adulthood, affecting your relationships, self-esteem, and overall happiness. If you're tired of feeling stuck in patterns of self-sabotage, fear, and anxiety, Healing Your Wounded Inner Child is your key to transformation. It’s Not Your Fault, But Now You Can ...

Did you grow up with a parent who has borderline personality disorder (BPD), or you suspect they did? Was your parent's behavior unpredictable or scary? Did it seem like they were angry one minute and happy the next? Were your basic needs ignored? If so, it wasn't your fault. This compassionate guide offers a trauma-informed approach to help you recover from your toxic childhood and discover the person you were truly meant to be. You'll learn how to identify emotional and developmental wounds, and discover why interactions with your parents were so harmful to your sense of self.