SCAR is defined as “a lasting effect of grief, fear, or other emotion left on a person’s character by an unpleasant experience” – Oxford Dictionary
The healing process is a journey and can be different for everyone. The scars of child sexual abuse rarely show, as most are on the inside.
Research has shown that muscles retain memory of pain and trauma. Often times survivors of child sexual abuse endure unexplainable physical manifestations of their emotional pain.
Revealing the secret will set you free and this can be the first step of your healing!
For a list of resources, please click on the links below:
RESOURCES TO HELP THE ‘SPILL-OVER’
EFFECTS OF YOUR SCAR
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
- Pathways Bermuda
- Turning Point Substance Abuse Team
- Women Treatment Centre of Bermuda
- Addiction Resource