Abuse can be physical, sexual, verbal, or emotional. All forms of abuse can cause deep emotional harm, and require care and consideration to heal.
Trauma can be caused by abuse, or by rape, combat, exposure to natural disasters, violent crime, or any other overwhelming and frightening situation.
The principles and strategies for healing abuse and trauma are related - for this reason, they are presented together in this section of the website.
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Handouts on Abuse/Trauma |
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1) The SIPAF Model - Assessing Impact of Abuse or Trauma (1 p.) Identifies 5 major categories of possible impact, with 2 sub-categories in each category. Provides a numeric scale to assess level of impact in each area.
2) The Power and Control Wheel (1 p.) A classic guide to recognizing the elements of abuse in a relationship, particularly a domestic violence situation.
3) Cycle of Abuse : Domestic Violence (2 p.) Provides a graphic summarizing the 4 phases in a domestic violence situation. Also provides a description of each phase. |
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Best Books on Abuse / Trauma |
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LDS Articles on Healing from Abuse |
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Over the last several decades, LDS Church leaders have spoken out frequently about the devastating consequences of abuse, and how healing from it can occur. The tender concern of these leaders, together with their wise counsel, can be a comfort and a guide to those struggling with these challenges.
Elder Richard G. Scott has had a particularly influential voice on this subject, extending compassion and hope to those impacted by the harmful actions of others.
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