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When detective Maggie Oliver first discovered that children as young as 10 were being groomed, abused and trafficked for sex by gangs of men in the Rochdale area, she felt like a lonely voice calling for people to act. Banging on closed doors, it seemed that nobody was able or willing to help her save these vulnerable girls, but she couldn't just sit back while countless lives were being destroyed forever in plain sight. Instead, she launched a one-woman campaign to bring down these sickening gangs.

Do you have a toxic family member? Do you feel like cutting ties with this person—even as painful and scary as that may sound—would dramatically increase your well-being and improve your life? You're not alone. In Adult Survivors of Toxic Family Members, psychologist and toxic family survivor Sherrie Campbell offers effective strategies for setting strong boundaries after ending contact with a toxic family member, and provides powerful tools to help you heal from shame, self-doubt, and stigma. You'll find the validation you need to embrace your decision with pride.

When your parents are pathologically self-centered, manipulative, or emotionally abusive, the pain they cause is deep and often difficult to put into words. You may experience anxiety, depression, complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), low self-esteem, addiction, or other mental health conditions as an adult. But it was not your fault, and there are tools you can use to heal the trauma caused by your childhood.

Grounded in investigative research and real survivor stories, Surviving Modern Yoga uncovers the physical and sexual abuse perpetrated by Ashtanga yoga leader Pattabhi Jois—and reckons with the culture, structures, and mythos that enabled it. Yoga culture sells well-meaning westerners the full...

If you've experienced trauma, your nervous system may be stuck in "fight-or-flight" mode—leading to symptoms such as hypervigilance, extreme anxiety, and distrust of others. You may struggle with intense emotions, or have nightmares and flashbacks. And you may even experience physical symptoms such as an upset stomach, a pounding heart, or shakiness. This compassionate guide offers a breakthrough approach to bring your mind and body back into balance.

I'm Steve, along with Mary, my Co-host and friend, coming to you from Boulder, Colorado ...Episodes begin second week of February! Intimacy or privacy is not about secrecy. We have a comfort level, be it from a practiced lifestyle of being alone, and when entering a growing relationship. Some things are closely held and have never been shared, or meant to be. Hence, why the balance between intimacy and privacy are often at odds. Nurturing, compassion, confidence and trust, without ridicule, are another stepping stone to intimacy. Share your experiences about Life BEFORE the profile--when ...

The shocking first true account from one of the young girls who lived through and survived the Rotherham sex abuse scandal. In the summer of 2014, the Rotherham sex abuse scandal sent shockwaves through the nation. A report revealed that, since the 1990s, up to 1,400 young girls in the town had...

On August 6, 1993, twenty-year-old Natasha Alexenko was assaulted at gunpoint. After nearly a decade, her backlogged rape kit was finally tested and her rapist, who roamed free for ten years, was brought to justice. On the day he was sentenced, Alexenko vowed that she would no longer be a statistic and would do whatever she could to help police on behalf of other rape victims. In 2011, she founded Natasha’s Justice Project (NJP), a nonprofit committed to ending the rape-kit backlog. This unflinching memoir chronicles her journey from trauma to triumph.

Cedric and Shemika discuss their opinions and experiences in surviving marriage, relationships, parenting, and just life in general. Surviving and feeling a little bit guilty. Come listen and indulge us.

"Through the Eyes of Survivors" is a podcast created by Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence, dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of survivors of domestic violence. The podcast provides a platform for survivors to share their personal journeys, struggles, and triumphs, aiming to raise awareness about the issue and empower others who may be facing similar challenges. Each episode features firsthand accounts from survivors, offering insights into their experiences and shedding light on the complex issues surrounding domestic violence. Through storytelling and advocacy, the ...

Thanks for seeking out our Survivor Revival Podcast…my genuine hope is that you find this to be an amazing resource, and discover healing within our message. This Survivor Revival Podcast is dedicated to the victims/survivors of all kinds of violence, bullying, betrayal, and abuse. This is a space to step out of the shadows and gain the strength to move forward from the things that have kept you hidden from the real world. It includes stories of individuals and survivors of all forms of abuse who have been brave enough to share their own stories and journey, so it can provide hope to others,...

You can not change what happened, but you can change how you are dealing with it. You are allowed to change! What are the effects on a person who suffered sexual violence, sexual abuse? What are the effects on family and society? Why is sexual abuse and sexual violence still one of the last taboos in our society? Michael Reh, a survivor himself, gives answers to these and other Questions regarding this topic. The reknown author talks about how trauma can develop, and how survivors and society can deal with dismissal conscious and subconscious patterns.

The Unbreakable Survivors Podcast with Tanya Joy: A Safe Space for Abuse Survivors Helping our listeners: See Danger✔️ Get Support✔️ Find Joy✔️ In this podcast, we explore all kinds of abuse, interview survivors, and hear their stories. Survivors of domestic abuse are often unbelieved, unsupported, and underserved. In this space, all survivors and advocates are welcome. Unbreakable Survivors was founded by Tanya Joy in 2024 to guide all survivors through a joy-based recovery from domestic abuse. We look forward to connecting with you, sharing our stories, and finding joy together.

A Survivor’s Story Feature. Narcissistic Abuse by Charlotte Slayer is a memoir chronicling the author’s traumatic journey through 16 years of emotional abuse at the hands of her husband, Jake, a covert narcissist. Written as a deeply personal and introspective account, the book reveals from the hopeful beginnings of their marriage—two recovering addicts finding love and building a life together—to the slow realization of the destructive dynamics that defined their relationship.

Peace Over Pieces — Domestic Abuse Survivor Podcast Hosted by Founder Clara Baldwin-Dickneite and with abuse survivors' solo episodes. This podcast gives a voice to domestic abuse survivors who have turned pain into power. Each episode shares real, unfiltered stories of resilience, healing, and hope—told by those who have lived it. Beyond storytelling, Peace Over Pieces is a movement. Through each conversation, the podcast helps raise awareness, connect listeners to resources, and remind survivors everywhere that they are not alone. 100% of proceeds support victims of domestic violence ...

Featuring a new preface by feminist icon Gloria Steinem, and a new foreword by Salamishah Tillet, PhD, Rutgers University Professor of African American Studies and Creative Writing “Essential. . . . It is nonpolemical, lucid, and speaks eloquently not only to the victims of acquaintance rape...

When going through a custody battle, a "silver bullet" is when someone makes false allegations of domestic violence against their spouse to immediately remove them from the home and to start alienating the children against them. I went through this ordeal in 2022 and now have 50% custody of my children and, more importantly, an extremely strong bond with them. This podcast contains stories of resilience and shared wisdom learned through my journey as a father in navigating an abusive marriage, false allegations of domestic violence, parental alienation, and post-separation abuse.

This podcast is hosted by respected journalist Kay McGrath OAM. Join Kay as she talks to experts about your rights as a victim-survivor and what supports are available. Kay then gently steps through the criminal justice process, which you can listen to at your own pace. You will hear from experienced, trauma-informed people working to support survivors, including: - VictimConnect - Victim Assist Queensland - Forensic Medicine Queensland, Queensland Health - Queensland Police Service - The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions - The Chief Judge, His Honour Brian Devereaux - The Victims ...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories -SASS- is a weekly podcast designed for the purpose of providing victims and survivors of sexual assault and rape information and a forum to better understand the complexities, adversities, victories, and all the dynamics of surviving and healing. But it's not just for victims and survivors! It's a podcast of learning about trauma-informed interviewing and the neuroscience of trauma and memory, understanding the victim impact of rape and sexual assault, knowing how to recognize the psychophysiological responses of interpersonal trauma, and developing healing ...

This podcast is a series of conversations. What started as a series of intimate conversations between Ruth and David that ranged from personal to professional experiences around violence, relationships, abuse, and system and professional responses which harm, not help, has now become a global conversation about systems and culture change. In many episodes, David and Ruth are joined by a global leader in different areas like child safety, men and masculinity, and, of course, partnering with survivors. Each episode is a deep dive into complex topics like how systems fail domestic abuse ...