Author(s): Karen A Duncan

For Professionals

Duncan, a marriage and family therapist and licensed social worker, shares stories from 18 women abused as children, demonstrating the process of healing at all stages of the life cycle. She offers guidance on recognizing long-term effects of childhood sexual abuse, such as depression and dissociation, and discusses controversial topics including false memories and disclosure of the perpetrator. Some 30 pages of appendices supply activities and checklists for becoming aware of distorted thought patterns, forgiveness, managing anxiety, and healthy boundaries.