For many people behind bars, the story didn’t begin with a crime; it began with a wound. Cycles of abuse, neglect, and survivalism shape countless lives long before a prison sentence ever does. When children grow up without guidance, without safety, without anyone modeling compassion, it’s not surprising that some eventually stumble into the only patterns they’ve ever known.
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Family abuse and neglect remain ongoing challenges that frequently span multiple generations. The conversation around Physical and Emotional Abuse is prevalent, yet the intergenerational cycle of trauma remains a less explored topic. This cycle, where Victims of abuse may become abusers themselves or find themselves in abusive relationships, warrants greater attention and understanding.
Child Neglect: How to Protect Our Children by- Amanda Hildreth Neglect can have several long term effects on a child’s mental and physical wellbeing. Children should be in a safe, nourishing,…
Organizational Abuse by Mandie Schreck What happens when we are in a work environment or even an institution for medical or mental health care and suffer from abuse? This is…
The Dangers of Self-Neglect and The Importance of Listening to your Needs by Whitney Derman The Department of Health and Human Services defines self-neglect as “the behavior of an older…