Is Growing Up with Domestic Violence One of the ACEs?

Is Growing Up with Domestic Violence One of the ACEs?

Researchers have identified ten Adverse Childhood Experiences, known as ACEs. These are linked to childhood trauma, chronic illness, mental health problems, and other challenges that can impact a child’s entire life. Some of these ACEs include physical abuse, sexual...
Overcoming Toxic Shame from Childhood Domestic Violence

Overcoming Toxic Shame from Childhood Domestic Violence

What Is Toxic Shame—and Where Did It Come From? Children who grow up with domestic violence (DV) often feel guilt and, worse, shame. They grow up to have and accept guilt that they do not deserve. These children grow up thinking that what they experienced in their...
The Hidden Cause of Aggression in Children

The Hidden Cause of Aggression in Children

By Shirley Sanguino Ever wondered why there are children who display a calm demeanor and others who exhibit  more aggression? If so, have you taken the time to think of what has led this child to become this way? There are many contributors, such as health problems,...
8 Signs a Child is Living With Domestic Violence at Home

8 Signs a Child is Living With Domestic Violence at Home

Did you know about one in seven children grow up living with domestic violence in their homes? Fortunately, research suggests that if these children have a caring adult in their lives, they are much more likely to be resilient against the negative effects of Childhood...
4 Facts to Know About Child Abuse Prevention Month

4 Facts to Know About Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and we want to share some facts you may not know about abuse and childhood trauma. 1. Child abuse and Childhood Domestic Violence (CDV) are two different things. When you read the phrase “Childhood Domestic Violence,” what do you...
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