Overcoming Childhood Trauma

Were you abused as a child? Gary was. He was born in a small town in rural South Carolina to alcoholic parents who abused and neglected him. For the first twenty years of his life, he was trapped in a world of anxiety, fear, and self-loathing. Tormented daily at home and bullied at school, he was the ideal candidate to pass along the same abuse to his children. . . or worse. Instead of perpetuating the sadistic behavior, he decided it was enough. It would stop here, with him. Gary’s story, heartbreaking and gut-wrenching though it may be, is, above all, uplifting and inspiring. Overcoming...

Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, one of the world’s foremost experts on trauma, has spent more than three decades working with survivors. In The Body Keeps the Score, he uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust.

As a pioneer in the field of inherited family trauma, Mark Wolynn has worked with individuals and groups on a therapeutic level for over 20 years. It Didn't Start with You offers a pragmatic and prescriptive guide to his method, the Core Language Approach. Diagnostic self-inventories provide a way to uncover the fears and anxieties conveyed through everyday words, behaviors, and physical symptoms.

Do memories from your past hold you back in ways you can't define?Childhood trauma shapes our adult lives more than we realize. It influences our self-worth, challenges our relationships, and can even impact our health. Yet, many dismiss its effects as mere 'personality quirks.'

Author Dr. Patrick Carnes begins by defining sexual anorexia and demonstrating how it and its parallel disorder, sexual addiction and compulsivity, often arise from a background of childhood sexual trauma, neglect, and other forms of abuse. Carnes explores the numerous dimensions of sexual health, examining key issues which must be addressed and resolved for recovery to proceed.

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable. You will see how these parents create a sense of neglect and discover ways to heal from the pain and confusion caused by your childhood. By freeing yourself from your parents' emotional immaturity, you can recover your true nature, control how you react to them, and avoid disappointment. Finally, you'll learn how to create positive new relationships so you can build a better life.

Have you ever wondered "Why did I do that?" or "Why can't I just control my behavior?" Others may judge our reactions and think, "What's wrong with that person?" When questioning our emotions, it's easy to place the blame on ourselves; holding ourselves and those around us to an impossible standard. It's time we started asking a different question. Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and renowned brain and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry offer a groundbreaking and profound shift from asking “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”

Explaining that an impaired capacity for connection to self and to others underlies most psychological and many physiological problems, clinicians Laurence Heller, PhD, and Aline LaPierre, PsyD, introduce the NeuroAffective Relational Model™ (NARM), a unified approach to developmental, attachment, and shock trauma that emphasizes working in the present moment. NARM is a somatically based psychotherapy that helps bring into awareness the parts of self that are disorganized and dysfunctional.

The man who should have been there to help protect me, love me, and teach me about life did the opposite. I was told to keep quiet and not tell anyone our secret. A secret that filled me with fear and shame. I was sexually abused from ages five to twelve.

Unveil the path to emotional freedom with Healing Childhood Trauma, a compelling and transformative eBook designed to guide you through the intricate process of understanding and overcoming the deep-seated impacts of childhood emotional neglect. This invaluable resource is your companion on a journey towards self-discovery, emotional awareness, and holistic healing. Begin with a profound exploration of emotional neglect, understanding its definitions, types, and the lingering symptoms that silently influence your daily life. Discover how such neglect shapes your self-esteem and relationship...

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....

Two-thirds of us have experienced at least one adverse childhood experience, or ACE, such as abuse, neglect, parental substance dependence, or mental illness. Even though these events may have occurred long ago, they have the power to haunt us long into adulthood, and now we have found that they may even contribute to lifelong illness. Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, the founder/CEO of the Center for Youth Wellness and recipient of the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism in Medicine Award, expands on similar topics as in her popular TED talk.

Restoring the Broken Pieces: Healing from Childhood Trauma is a compassionate guide that addresses the questions so many of us wrestle with: How can I heal from the trauma of my childhood? What strategies can help me reframe and overcome my past? How can I work through guilt, shame, and blame? Where do I start to forgive those who have hurt me? How do I find hope and stability again?Imagine wishing for a better future full of opportunity and promise yet waking up daily with the burden of your past. You have experienced the hidden struggles of emotional scars that reverberate from the trauma...

Healing the Scars is a powerful exploration of how childhood trauma can silently shape our lives, affecting our mental health, relationships, and the way we view ourselves. In this deeply compassionate book, trauma-informed coach Sally Gutteridge, offers a pathway to emotional healing and personal growth. By focusing on somatic healing and the mind-body connection, Sally helps readers unlayer their pain and gently reconnect with the parts of themselves that trauma has kept hidden. This book is more than just a guide—it's a resource for those who want to feel truly seen, heard, and ...

If you find yourself in harmful patterns, let’s start a healing journey together. DRY YOUR EYES,WOMAN , will help you heal and move forward with the goal for you to obtain and navigate whole, healthy relationships with God, yourself, and other safe people. By trusting in Jesus, you will be able to find your way to forgiveness and transformation. What Others Are Saying About Christina and Her Strategies “Hi, this is James Malinchak, featured on ABCs hit TV show, “Secret Millionaire.” If you have ever gone through a traumatic experience in your life, and maybe you need some hope put ...

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...

Are you sick and tired of being haunted by the past? Have you tried countless other solutions but nothing seems to work for long-term healing? Do you finally want to say goodbye to the pain and discover something that actually works for you? If so, then this book is for you. You see, healing from childhood trauma doesn’t have to be complicated. Even if you’ve tried therapy, self-help books, or other methods without success.

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 ...

Discover the tools to break free from the past, embrace the present, and build a future filled with genuine connection and joy. Remove your masks and begin living openly—as you are meant to. Your journey to healing and authenticity starts today.

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...