Fathers Who Have Survived Childhood Sex Abuse
Childhood Sexual Abuse, Masculinity, and the Struggles of Fatherhood Unique Childhood Experience and Fear of Repeating Abuse An often overlooked group is male survivors of childhood sex abuse. A quick…
How To Support A Male Survivor Of Child Sexual Abuse
According to a highly regarded study, one in six boys in the U.S. will experience sexual abuse before turning 18. Interestingly, the issue has long remained invisible due to societal myths about male sexual abuse and cultural “norms” around masculinity. Sexual victimization is often branded as a “women’s issue.” And it is! But, it is a men’s issue too. Ignoring the male side of sexual victimization leaves American society (and elsewhere) unable to comprehend the magnitude of male childhood sexual abuse. (more…)
Types of Sexual Abuse and Where to Turn for Help
Sexual abuse is a topic pretty much no one wants to think about, let alone talk about, though it happens every single day. How many times on the news do you see a formerly respected individual hiding behind their hands, being led to a police car with a headline about suspected child pornography or molestation charges? Often. (more…)
Forgotten Survivors: Adult Victims of Child Abuse
It’s a sad fact and one that many people try to forget, but everyday nearly 10,000 reports are made regarding child abuse and neglect. According to Child Help, a report is made every 10 seconds in the United States. Last year the reports filed against child abuse involved 6.6 million children. (more…)
