S3/Ep 9: Why Do Abuse Survivors Feel Numb? Childhood Sexual Abuse & Healing | Saprea Director скачать в хорошем качестве

S3/Ep 9: Why Do Abuse Survivors Feel Numb? Childhood Sexual Abuse & Healing | Saprea Director

* Content Warning: This episode discusses childhood sexual abuse. Resources and support information are provided.* One in eight children worldwide will experience sexual abuse before age 18. In the United States, one in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused before reaching adulthood. Many are walking through life emotionally numb, disconnected from themselves and others, because at some point, numbness became the only way to survive unbearable pain. Emotional numbness is a coping mechanism—the brain's protective response to trauma. Chris Yadon, Managing Director of Saprea, shares more about emotional numbness and how to break the silence, heal, and support loved ones going through it. If you or someone you know needs support: Saprea [https://saprea.org/]offers free retreats, support groups, and resources: saprea.org National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) 00:00 Season 3 Introduction 00:16 Prevalence of Childhood Sexual Abuse 00:53 Meet Chris Yadin of Supriya 01:20 Chris Yadin's Personal Journey 02:21 Epiphany at a Funeral 03:18 Connecting Personal and Professional Experiences 05:12 Breaking Stigma and Safe Environments 07:47 Supriya's Approach to Healing Triggers 08:38 What are some common mistakes or things to avoid as a loved one of someone experiencing emotional numbing due to trauma? 10:59 What are some common mistakes or things to avoid as a loved one of a trauma survivor? 13:46 Choosing Healing and Available Resources 15:21 Final Thoughts and Connections