November 23rd, 2009
Have you seen the movie “Precious”? I found it to be very moving, upsetting and enlightening. I thought that the main character, Precious, gave us some excellent examples of the negative effects of trauma and abuse - be it physical, sexual, or emotional.
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November 2nd, 2008
It’s obvious…abuse hurts. Sexual, physical, emotional and mental abuse causes pain and suffering. People who’ve been abused often feel shame too. Our culture doesn’t smile upon the vulnerable and hurt. In fact, it often judges those who’ve been victimized, no matter whether your a man or woman, gay or straight.
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