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2) Broken Boy
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By any estimation, Gino Medeiros should have become a statistic.
Plunged into the broken foster care system of the 1970s at the age of five, Gino would spend the next fifteen years bouncing from one home to the next, unwanted and unloved, or so it seemed. He was convinced that he would die homeless and alone, just another life that slipped through the cracks. But one can never underestimate the power of kindness…
A coming-of-age tale first witnessed...
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A TRUE STORY told by the daughter of the SURVIVORWhat is it like to be the daughter of a mentally ill patient? A patient who is not mentally ill by nature but made into one by her own family and above all, by her own step-father. Being a victim to not only incest but molestation and rape, the confessions from the daughter of the mentally ill mother are nerve-wrecking, heinous to envision, and wake-up calls for the survivors of incest, molestation...
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Español
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Los abusadores sexuales tienen diferentes facetas y son difíciles de identificar, por lo que pasan desapercibidos, hasta que por alguna circunstancia cometen abusos o crímenes contra menores y son evidenciados, mientras que otros permanecen en la clandestinidad y se encuentran en cualquier ambiente social.Corresponde a individuos que pueden ser figuras públicas, desde políticos, financieros, deportistas, cantantes etc, que cuando son desenmascarados...
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When Maryam encounters a stranger and feels uncomfortable, she relies on her intuition and logical thinking to protect herself. Her experience leads her to an interesting discussion with her parents, during which, her curious mind comes up with many questions about different possible situations where she may encounter strangers.
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This book is for anyone who, as a child, have experienced rejection that plagued their, adult life. This is the book to conquer that demon. This book is to help heal, mend families together.
More importantly, this is the book for every foster child to celebrate we made it. We have a story, and it will be, heard. This is, to tell the story that we are more, than stat or number. We can do it, we will do it. Believe it.
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Get the Summary of Jade Kelly's The Bad Room in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Bad Room" is Jade Kelly's harrowing account of her childhood, marked by instability and abuse. Born to teenage parents in Greater Manchester, Jade's life was troubled from the start, with her mother Mandy struggling with the loss of Jade's twin and her own toxic relationship with her mother. Jade's father, James, provided love,...
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If you've ever lost sleep worrying about your kid's safety, you're not alone. You may want to wrap your tween or teen in a protective bubble but doing so could emotionally cripple them and make them more, not less, vulnerable to predators.
In Raising Badass Kids, danger expert CJ Scarlet teaches you how to empower your 10 to 18-year-old to avoid and defend themselves from dangerous situations, ranging from bullying/cyberbullying and online dangers...
10) Nowhere special
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[2023]
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Twelve-year-old Stan and Elpidia find hope in an unexpected friendship as they navigate challenging family circumstances and a dangerous local gang in the desolate Southern California desert.
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This is the story--a grandmother's story--of the experiences and events that have shaped her life, including the sexual abuse of her four-year-old granddaughter in a daycare center. In these pages, the author will share her trials and tribulations and provide insight into overcoming life's adversities, as well as what to do when the unthinkable comes out of nowhere. It is a personal, powerful, and agonizing story including a devastating fire, a flood,...
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In America Come and Get It, his second release, Mr. Kasalobi finds himself in a big legal fight to regain back the custody of his two daughters. Loylla, the youngest, is eight months old when Sheebah, their mother, abandons them. She comes back eight years later and kidnaps both of them with the help of the Hurst Police Department. For his daughters, Kasalobi moves skies and empties seas, but because it is believed that girls are better off with their...
13) Ainsi sois-je
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Français
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Au travers des différents sujets abordés, tous
renforcés par des témoignages issus de son
expérience personnelle avec ses parents,
Nathalie Maggyd tente de dévoiler les profils
de ces sociopathes qui adoptent une attitude
trompeuse en société au point de rarement se
faire démasquer et de laisser leur victime dans un état psychologique lamentable. Cet ouvrage s'adresse à tout public, adolescents, jeunes adultes et adultes, qui ont été...
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This book goes beyond Albert's journey through adverse childhood experiences and explores a firsthand account using records obtained from social services and knowledge gained working in this field. As a Guardian ad Litem and former social services attorney, he demonstrates that there is much more to be done. Sadly, his story is not unique, but it is preventable. This book will aid practitioners and clinicians in becoming more effective, show survivors...
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Sibling abuse is the physical, emotional, or sexual abuse of one sibling by another. The bodily abuse can range from mild aggression between siblings, such as pushing and shoving, to very violent behavior, such as using weapons.Often parents don't see the abuse for what it is. As a rule, parents and society expect fights and aggression among siblings. Because of this, parents often don't see sibling abuse as a problem until serious harm occurs.Besides...
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In "Breaking the Chains," authors Desmond & John Gahan delve into the harrowing and transformative journey of overcoming the profound and lasting effects of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. This empowering and compassionate guide offers a beacon of hope to survivors and those supporting them, providing a roadmap for healing and reclaiming one's life.This compelling book explores the intricate web of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors that can...
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Breaking the Silence: Understanding and Combating Gender-Based ViolenceIn a world where the echoes of inequality and injustice resound loudly, "Breaking the Silence: Understanding and Combating Gender-Based Violence" emerges as an indispensable beacon of hope, knowledge, and empowerment. This timely and compelling book dives deep into the heart of one of the most pressing issues of our time: gender-based violence.With meticulous research, compassionate...
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"Behind the Mask" is a groundbreaking and thought-provoking book that delves into the intricate world of childhood psychopathy, shedding light on the hidden risk factors that shape the development of psychopathic traits in children and adolescents.Information from a team of leading experts in child psychology, this insightful and compassionate work provides a comprehensive exploration of a topic that is often misunderstood and stigmatized.This meticulously...
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"You were like this once. What did you do to get better?" A day out from a mental institution, a woman devastated by flashbacks from childhood trauma poses this question to her big brother. Within a few weeks, she took her own life. This book is the answer that her brother wished he could have offered.
Spiritual director and professor Frank Rogers had been there. As a young adult, he too was tormented by trauma suffered in the same family. Wracked...
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"In 'From Hurt to Healing: Navigating Reactive Attachment Disorder and Trauma,' author Desmond Gahan takes readers on an enlightening and empathetic journey through the complex world of Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and the profound impact of trauma on individuals and families. This insightful and compassionate book provides a roadmap for understanding, coping with, and ultimately healing from the emotional wounds associated with RAD and trauma.Drawing...
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