PinnedTherapy Saves Lives: Simone Biles Breaks the StigmaSimone Biles has used her platform, speaking out to the world about the importance of addressing mental health issues. Biles told reporters…Aug 25, 20241Aug 25, 20241
PinnedLink Between Childhood Abuse and Suicidal Tendencies: Nine Tips to Managing Suicidal Thoughts When…Living with PTSD can be an overwhelming state where we feel like we are living in a nightmare that never ends. As our brain develops in…Dec 31, 2022Dec 31, 2022
Suicide Prevention: Learn, Listen, Ask for HelpJanuary holds great significance in my life. Each year, reflect the thoughts and emotions that led to my suicide attempt on January 5…Jan 5Jan 5
Breaking the Silence About Suicide: Prevention, Awareness, HelpMy first day of eighth grade was a significant time in my life. Every year as the kids get ready to go back to school, I reflect on my…Sep 1, 20241Sep 1, 20241
Coping with Loss on Father’s Day: Tips for Childhood Trauma and Abuse SurvivorsEvery year, as Father’s Day approaches, many of us are confronted with feelings of loss. It is supposed to be a day to celebrate family and…Jun 15, 2024Jun 15, 2024
Stories of Hope and Healing: Celebrating Victories in the Aftermath of Covid-19Stories of hope and transformation during the Covid-19 lockdown have helped many people stay sane. The long-term affects of the pandemic…May 17, 2020May 17, 2020
As the World Processes the Partial Victory in the Harvey Weinstein Sexual Assault TrialFeb 24, 2020Feb 24, 2020
Holding Enablers of Childhood Sexual Abuse AccountableMinutes after I got off the phone yesterday with a childhood sexual abuse advocate I heard the news, “Former Michigan State University…Feb 15, 2020Feb 15, 2020
Published inAuthority Magazine#Speakup for National Child Abuse Awareness and Sexual Assault Awareness MonthThe night before April 1st, (Child Sexual Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month) my Facebook feed was filled with posts from…Apr 4, 20191Apr 4, 20191
Published inAuthority Magazine7 Tips To Help You Talk To Your Children About A Senseless TragedyLess than twenty four hours ago the world learned about another senseless killing in a place of worship, The Tree Of Life Synagogue…Oct 29, 2018Oct 29, 2018
Published inAuthority MagazineTimes are Changing: Survivors of Abuse and Assault Are Finally Being Heard and BelievedThe courthouse was silent as Judge O Neil issued a minimum of 36 months in the state prison to Bill Cosby after being convicted on three…Oct 4, 20181Oct 4, 20181
Published inAuthority Magazine#WhyIDidntReport Stirs up Rage and HopeHours after President Trump tweeted, “Why didn’t someone call the FBI 36 years ago,” millions of people spoke loudly about why they didn’t…Sep 23, 2018Sep 23, 2018
Published inAuthority MagazineIn Times of Loss: As the 9/11 Anniversary LoomsOver the last several years we have been hit with events of terror and tragedy. With the 17th anniversary of 9/11 looming and the kids…Sep 9, 2018Sep 9, 2018
Published inIn Times of Loss: As the 9/11 Anniversary LoomsIn Times of Loss: As The 9/11 Anniversary LoomsOver the last several years we have been hit with events of terror and tragedy. With the 17th anniversary of 9/11 looming and the kids…Sep 8, 2018Sep 8, 2018
Published inAuthority MagazineHere’s to hope in the aftermath of sexual assault: Cosby Sentencing less than 3 weeks awayLess than one month until I will be back at the Norristown Courthouse awaiting Cosby’s sentencing. I still remember the day news broke that…Sep 3, 2018Sep 3, 2018
Published inAuthority MagazineNo Shame in Asking for Help: Addictions, Eating Disorders and PTSDI commend you Mel B for coming forward and sharing with the world your battle with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after living through…Aug 28, 2018Aug 28, 2018
Published inAuthority MagazineSearching For Hope for the Victims of the Pennsylvania Priest Sexual Abuse TragedyWhat will it take for our society to begin dealing with the rampant amounts of childhood sexual abuse? When will there be consequences for…Aug 16, 2018Aug 16, 2018
Searching For Hope for the Victims of the Pennsylvania Priest Sexual Abuse Tragedy by Shari Botwin…What will it take for our society to begin dealing with the rampant amounts of childhood sexual abuse? When will there be consequences for…Aug 16, 2018Aug 16, 2018