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Q & A – What is the difference between invalidation & perspecticide?

Invalidation and perspecticide are both harmful experiences that can impact a person’s sense of self and wellbeing, but they have different meanings and implications. Invalidation refers to the act of denying, rejecting, or ignoring someone’s thoughts, feelings, or experiences. It can happen in many different contexts, such as personal relationships, social interactions, and professional environments.… Read More Q & A – What is the difference between invalidation & perspecticide?

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Q & A – What is Protracted Childhood Trauma?

Protracted childhood trauma, such as abuse or neglect, can have a lasting impact on a person’s brain and overall wellbeing. However, there are ways to repair some of the damage caused by such trauma. Here are three ways to repair brain damage caused by protracted childhood trauma: It’s important to note that repairing brain damage… Read More Q & A – What is Protracted Childhood Trauma?

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Q & A – When a parent betrays a child

When a parent betrays a child, it can be a particularly devastating form of betrayal trauma because parents are often the primary source of love, safety, and support for children. Betrayals by a parent can take many forms, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, abandonment, or other forms of mistreatment. The effects of parental betrayal… Read More Q & A – When a parent betrays a child

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