Hill Country MHDD Centers’ Post

Day 7: #PSAAW There are so many myths that surround all types of abuse that need challenging. Post separation abuse, especially!! Society and services need to better understand that being abusive to the other parent is abuse and actually child abuse.. Parental conflict should never be allowed in any cases involving domestic abuse (government guidelines), yet we see it on reports all the time!! Words have power, especially when they are victim blaming!! But how often do we see this excused, minimised, or hear that they are still a *good parent* this enables them, their abuse, and the cycle to continue. If we really want to stop all domestic abuse, we must change this!!! Or else all we are doing is playing a part in it!! 1 in 5 children are subjected to domestic abuse, and they are also now recognised as victims in their own right.. (or supposed to be) #childabuse #parentalconflict #postseparationabuse #victimblaming #StopTheCycle #breakthecycle #breakfree #myth #fact #facts #domesticabuse #domesticviolence #noexcuses

Share your resolution to End Child Abuse in 2024! What are you or your organization doing new, different, or more in 2024?

Stay educated and familiarize yourself with the signs that a child may be experiencing abuse. Check out the warning signs in our blog: https://zurl.co/yfD6 Learn more insights on child abuse in our webcast: https://zurl.co/tkPr #ChildAbuse #CLE #webcast #TKG

I have a problem with how as a people we verbalize child abuse and make it appear normal. Often, when we are engaged rudely our first response that I can guarantee without flinching would be “Don’t talk to me like that, I am not your child!” A response we throw around because of #socialconditioning. This is a reaction we comfortably assert because we have heard it so much to an extent that we believe that only children deserve to be shouted at, and treated as we deem fit. After all, as adults, we have the invincible power to exert any form of leadership over children without question. We normalize child abuse by repeating these words. By consistently reinforcing that children must not in any way question anything even that which they are uncomfortable with, we make it normal for parents and society at large to emotionally abuse children. From today, if you hear someone throw around words that normalize the emotional abuse of children- be a child’s advocate and stop this social conditioning. Children are not second-class citizens; they deserve respect and even as you rectify them - do it in humane ways. #endchildabuse #stopusingthesewords #protectchildren #childrenstories

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, I have been working in this sector for over 10 years, during this time, I have seen many older people being abused and neglected, elder abuse can happen to everyone, regardless of gender, ethnicity and social economic status. If you are concerned about an older person’s safety and wellbeing, please encourage them to contact one of the elder abuse services, you can also make an enquiry and get advice. #WEAAD#stopelderabuse#ageconcernauckland#justice#olderpeople

Child abuse has been a serious global problem that threatens the lives of some children in our society. Child abuse is an act of misuse of a child in any form. It is a situation where a child is maltreated physically, sexually, or emotionally, which is detrimental to the future growth and development of such a child. In many cases, children are victims of more than one type of abuse by parents and other family members. Child abuse constitutes all forms of physical or emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, and exploitation, resulting in actual or potential harm to the child's health, survival, development, or dignity in the context of a relationship of responsibility. Let us all protect child rights and stop child abuse. #PublicHealth #CommunityHealth #ChildAbuse

The GAL investigates the family situation by talking to the child, parents, teachers, and other relevant parties. This comprehensive evaluation helps the GAL understand the family dynamics and the impact of the parent’s substance abuse on the child. Learn more: https://loom.ly/MVSP61s #familydynamics #substanceabuse

How do you support your child after you have experienced domestic abuse? Our new article by our founder @Dr Craig Newman answers the many requests for advice and support we've received on this issue. https://lnkd.in/d6v2SkvX #domesticabuse #domesticabuseawareness #children #healing

#childabusepreventionmonth💙 is here and it’s crucial that we acknowledge the gravity of the situation. Want to find out ways to get involved and create a world free of child abuse and neglect? Go to sjpcenter.org. #parentingeducation #resourcesupport #fairfieldcountyct

Healing your inner child can involve creative and unconventional approaches. Here are some unusual tips to help reconnect with and heal this part of yourself: -Write Letters to Your Younger Self: Express love, forgiveness, and encouragement. -Create a Safe Space: Design a physical or imaginative safe space where your inner child can feel secure. Decorate it with items that bring comfort and joy. -Use Toys and Play: Engage in activities or play with toys you loved as a child. This can help reconnect with the joy and innocence of your youth. -Role-Playing: Role-play as your adult self talking to your inner child. Reassure and comfort your younger self, addressing fears and concerns. -Visualize Protective Figures: Imagine or draw protective figures (real or imaginary) who can support and defend your inner child in times of distress. -Art Therapy: Use drawing, painting, or sculpting to express your inner child’s emotions. Create art that represents your feelings and experiences. -Engage with Nature: Spend time in nature, which can be grounding and healing. Build sandcastles, climb trees, or simply sit and observe the natural world. -Create a Memory Box: Collect items that remind you of positive childhood memories. Use this box as a tool to reconnect with happy and safe times. -Dance and Movement: Use free-form dance or movement to express and release emotions. Allow your inner child to move freely and joyfully. -Storytelling and Imagination: Create stories where your inner child is the hero. Use imagination to rewrite past experiences, giving them empowering outcomes. -Record Messages: Record audio messages to your inner child, offering love, reassurance, and support. Listen to these messages during difficult times. -Practice Mirror Work: Look into a mirror and speak kindly to yourself as you would to a child. Affirm your worth and validate your emotions. These unusual tips can offer unique and personalized ways to nurture and heal your inner child, fostering a deeper connection and sense of wholeness.