⚠️ What is considered grooming under Spanish law?

Grooming in Spanish law is a serious criminal offence regulated under Article 183 bis of the Código Penal de España (Spanish Criminal Code). It refers to the deliberate and manipulative conduct by an adult to gain the trust of a minor (under 16 years of age) for the purpose of engaging in sexual activity, whether online or offline. 📜 Artículo 183 bis – Código Penal español (Ley Orgánica… Read More ⚠️ What is considered grooming under Spanish law?

Key Spanish criminal offences

Here’s a detailed list of key Spanish criminal offences (delitos) organized by category, reflecting titles, chapters, and key articles of the Código Penal (Ley Orgánica 10/1995, de 23 de noviembre) as currently in force. It’s organized to be useful for legal practitioners, survivors, or anyone referencing the law in court settings. Each term includes the Spanish label and the… Read More Key Spanish criminal offences

Spanish legal and psychological terms

Below is a long and comprehensive glossary of Spanish legal and psychological terms related to domestic violence, sexual offences, and court proceedings, especially relevant for survivors navigating the Spanish legal system or preparing for court. This can be a powerful tool to empower understanding and confidence in such difficult settings. 🛑 GLOSSARY OF SPANISH TERMS: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL… Read More Spanish legal and psychological terms

Building a New Internal Blueprint

Learning to love again after decades of trauma is not just possible—it’s profoundly courageous. From a neuroscience perspective, the ability to reconnect with love, trust, and intimacy after long-term trauma speaks to the brain’s astonishing neuroplasticity—its capacity to rewire and heal, even after years of pain. When you’ve lived through emotional neglect, betrayal, abuse, or chronic invalidation,… Read More Building a New Internal Blueprint

Underage

Denial about underage pornography, especially when someone claims it’s “normal,” is both dangerous and deeply misguided. This kind of denial isn’t just a refusal to accept reality—it actively harms victims and enables ongoing abuse. From a psychological and trauma-informed standpoint, such denial is a form of collective blindfolding that keeps harmful cycles alive. Here’s why… Read More Underage

⚖️ 1. Can Witnesses Be Called After Decades?

In Spain, it is legally possible to subpoena (or “citar judicialmente”) witnesses from decades ago — including in cases involving illegal pornographic material, especially when it relates to child sexual abuse, exploitation, or trafficking, which are considered extremely serious crimes and may be prosecuted even after many years. Let’s walk through the legal and psychological layers of this, so you can understand the full picture… Read More ⚖️ 1. Can Witnesses Be Called After Decades?

Uncovering hidden truths

Uncovering hidden truths — whether about your partner, yourself, or your past — during a separation from an abusive marriage can feel like your entire reality is being rewritten. It’s often described as a kind of emotional whiplash or “truth tsunami.” These discoveries are not just intellectually unsettling — they cause deep psychological and neurological changes, especially after a long-term… Read More Uncovering hidden truths

A GENTLE NOTE IF YOU’RE COMING FROM TRAUMA

When a doctor refers you to a sexologist in Spain, it usually means they recognize that your concern involves sexual health, intimacy, or emotional well-being connected to sexuality — and that these issues are best addressed by a professional with specialized training in sexology. This referral can happen through public healthcare (Sistema Nacional de Salud) or through a private system, and the… Read More A GENTLE NOTE IF YOU’RE COMING FROM TRAUMA

💡 What Does a Sexologist Do in Spain?

A sexologist in Spain may offer support and treatment for issues related to: 🌱 Sexual Well-being 💞 Intimacy and Relationship Counseling 🏳️‍🌈 Gender and Sexual Identity ⚖️ Sexual Trauma Recovery 🧑‍⚖️ Forensic Sexology Some sexologists work in legal or criminal contexts, such as: 🎓 Who Can Be a Sexologist in Spain? There is no single “sexology degree” recognized by Spain’s official… Read More 💡 What Does a Sexologist Do in Spain?

🧠 WHAT IS THE UNIDAD DE DELITOS TECNOLÓGICOS?

The Unidad de Delitos Tecnológicos (Technological Crimes Unit) is a specialized division of the Spanish National Police and Guardia Civil dedicated to investigating crimes that involve digital technology, cybercrime, and electronic evidence — including those that affect minors, sexual offences, and online exploitation. Let’s break it down clearly and in-depth so you understand who they are, what they do, and… Read More 🧠 WHAT IS THE UNIDAD DE DELITOS TECNOLÓGICOS?