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After the death of her paternal aunt, Nicole returns to the town that gave her family its street cred but has taken away everything else. She was born to a family of gangsters in the Boston area whose affiliation with the Winter Hill Gang afforded them an amount of protection, money, and respect. It’s in Boston that she reunites with her father and is reminded of why she left in the first place, but also why she returned. Though Nicole sees it as her responsibility to take care of those around her.

What can you do when your world falls apart? Can you blossom after the trauma of abuse and divorce? Are there really new beginnings and better days ahead? Behind the walls of homes and churches, many women suffer in silence. The one who vowed to love them has bullied and battered them into submission. Abuse, jealousy, fear, shame, and confusion have stolen their peace of mind and dreams of a "happily ever after."" Is there hope for a better life? Sharon openly shares her experiences with verbal, emotional, and physical abuse at the hands of her husband, a pastor and former NFL player. Hers ...

Are you a survivor of narcissistic abuse, looking to embark on a transformative journey of healing? Would you like to learn effective strategies that will empower you to break free from toxic cycles, gain a better understanding of this topic, and find peace in your experience? If you've been searching for a book that will help you achieve closure and tap into your power, look no further - this book is for you!

Ever wonder if there's a way to heal the scars left by emotionally immature, abusive parents and create a nurturing environment for your children? Does the weight of your upbringing hold you back from forming healthy relationships and being the parent you aspire to be? Are you yearning for a roadmap to transform your pain into power and navigate the journey from surviving to thriving? Healing the Past! is my recovery journey; this book is a compilation of everything I have found that helped me heal.

Do you find it hard to trust people? Perhaps you imagine how they might hurt you before you even begin to explore a relationship… Your trust issues have to do with your attachment style, and that’s something that cemented itself long ago… but you’re not attached to this forever: It’s something you can change. Find out how to be in adult relationships that are truly healthy and fulfilling. This engaging therapy workbook for adults is the relationship book you need to get you there.

As a child, we look up to our parents for support, love guidance & protection. They are the guiding wisdom for us to grow healthily in all areas of our lives. However, when your parents are immature. They are incapable of giving you the support you need. Instead, you become the parent they are seeking. Being grown up in this dynamic is a trauma. There are insecurities, a lack of love, and fears of being vulnerable. We develop unhealthy coping mechanisms to deal with our emotions and mental beliefs. This could possibly result in a sabotaging life.

The Florida Industrial School for Boys, which in later years was Dozier School for Boys existed for over a century in the panhandle town of Marianna. Boys from throughout the state went there to be reformed. Early on, some residents were orphans as young as five-years-old who were placed in custodial care.

У людей, переживших абьюз, симптомы душевной травмы могут сохраняться долгое время после завершения отношений. Ощущение онемения и пустоты, депрессия, перепады настроения, замкнутость, перфекционизм, руминация, чрезмерная забота о людях или желание угождать им, необходимость тотального контроля, телесные недуги, алкогольная зависимость — этот список, как утверждает автор, можно продолжать бесконечно, и для каждого он будет свой.

Stolen Childhoods: Thriving After Abuse focuses on how survivors of childhood abuse can finally break their silence and begin the process of recovery by understanding the impact their abuse history has on their adulthood. Filled with real life client conversations, along with her own experiences as a patient, this work helps listeners stop reliving past abuse and thrive in their recovery. It demonstrates the tremendous hope that can come from having a witness, and feeling heard and believed.

We Are the Evidence is the first comprehensive resource for survivors of sexual assault. Written with conviction and compassion by Cheyenne Wilson, a registered nurse and survivor of sexual assault, this handbook contains everything victims and advocates need to know to navigate the tumultuous times that follow an assault.

Tra i 7 e i 14 anni la piccola Neige viene regolarmente violentata dal suo patrigno. Nel 2000 Neige sporge denuncia e l’uomo viene condannato. Vent’anni dopo, Neige trova la forza di raccontare ciò che le è capitato. Un libro, che usa la scrittura come un martello, attraversato da una domanda: colui che ha creato l’agnello ha creato anche la tigre? Candidato al Premio Strega Europeo 2024.

Rise from the Shadows: A Journey to Freedom is a heart-wrenching and inspiring memoir that chronicles the author's harrowing experiences with domestic violence and her courageous journey to reclaim her life. From a childhood marred by a violent father, the author recounts terrifying nights and the lasting scars left on her psyche. As she grows older, the pattern of abuse continues in her romantic relationships, culminating in a profoundly traumatic relationship with Ray Allen, a controlling and manipulative mail carrier.

Georgie Codd never had a dad. And she didn’t think she wanted one – until a stranger’s practical joke made her wonder what she was missing. This book tells the story of Georgie’s quest for a father figure, placing notices – dadverts – in newspapers and pursuing the idea all around the globe. Interwoven with her story of finding a dad – the conversations, meetings, twists and turns of seeking family-style relationships with near-strangers – is a broader look at the societal, cultural and biological role of fathers and family today.

Are you feeling trapped in the grip of depression, trauma, or PTSD? 'Brushing Away Shadows' offers innovative somatic art therapy tools for therapists and individuals seeking healing. Art serves as a universal language of emotion, allowing exploration and expression beyond words. This guide provides 10 practical exercises for emotional exploration, real-life narratives of healing, and a 10-step beginner's guide to setting up a safety plan. It also addresses skepticism, self-compassion, and resilience, with scientifically backed explanations about art therapy's benefits.

This book is about dealing with parents who keep making you be the parent: parents who are helpless egomaniacs or narcissists. Are your parents divorcing? Do you have a parent who goes through one partner after another? Are you going stone deaf because one of your parents keeps sitting you down for another long story about how life has robbed them? Got a parent who is telling you stuff you really don’t want to hear about his/her personal life? Have you got a parent who is jealous of your achievements? Yes, eventually you may need professional counseling, but until then, here are ten ...

Discover innovative concepts and practical strategies that are revolutionizing psychiatry and personal growth, including ketamine-assisted therapy and the cultivation of creative abilities. With insights from esteemed psychiatrist George Greer, MD, this audiobook promises to inspire and empower listeners to unlock their innate potential and thrive in every aspect of life. Don't miss the opportunity to rewire your sense-of-self and embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

In the powerful memoir "Breaking the Silence," Vi shares the courageous journey of overcoming the shackles of family violence, ultimately finding her voice to expose the darkness that plagued her home. This compelling story unveils a painful reality, shedding light on the silent struggles endured within the walls of domestic abuse. Vi's story is not just a personal account; it's hope for those trapped in the shadows of their own suffering.

Über Jahrzehnte sind junge Frauen in der Musikindustrie benutzt und diskriminiert worden: Egal ob Fans, Groupies, Journalistinnen, Mitarbeiterinnen oder Sängerinnen selbst - der Mythos von Sex, Drugs und Rock’n Roll, das viele Geld und das extreme Machtgefälle haben sexualisierter Gewalt über alle Genres hinweg den Boden bereitet. Die Diskussion um die Vorwürfe gegen Rammstein-Sänger Till Lindemann zeigt: Diese Zustände brechen jetzt auf. Frauen wehren sich. Und sie finden endlich Gehör. Dieses Buch erzählt vom Machtmissbrauch in der Musikindustrie.

Identificar a un narcisista no es tarea fácil. Una guía para comprender sus mecanismos de manipulación, protegerte de ellos y sanar, por la psicóloga Elizabeth Clapés.

Wandering Spark is a gripping, emotional, self-reflecting pause-resister that explores the depths of our human spirit, demonstrating our past struggles can be a catalyst to bring out the best in ourselves. At only four years old, Kyle Robinson’s life changes dramatically—a man he calls Big Bad Ben, or Triple B becomes his stepfather. Over the next decade, Kyle and his siblings live in terror daily, trying anything to escape his physical and emotional abuse.