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Victim Stage: Not recognizing mistreatment, being powerless, &/or trying to be like the majority or please the majority to minimize distress losing power Accept what you are told about yourself and life without question Try to fit in to belong: … Continue reading →

I was listening to Kelly Clarkson crooning her popular song “Stronger” and thought about all the research that’s been done with trauma survivors. It turns out difficult times can make us stronger.  Tough life events affect everyone.  It is normal … Continue reading →

With the recent death of Whitney Houston, people that we care about and that we are concerned might have a substance abuse problem may be on our minds. Below you will find a list of signs of substance abuse and … Continue reading →