
Leaving Darkness Behind
Recovery From Childhood Sexual Abuse
Author: Dr. Elizabeth M. Altmaier, PhD
Series: APA Life Tools
Narrator: Kim Niemi
Unabridged: 8 hr 9 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Highbridge Audio
Published: 04/11/2023
Categories: Nonfiction, Family & Relationships, Parenting, Abuse
Synopsis
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse can begin a recovery journey informed by accurate understandings, not myths, and empowered by processes that help them thrive. Written for men and women by an author who is herself a survivor, this guide tells the truth about what complex trauma means for your physical and mental health. Listeners will learn how to build key recovery processes into their lives, including grieving, meaning-making, forging healthy connections with others, and finding hope. This guidance is scientifically-based, in findings from positive psychology.
With self-assessments, journaling prompts, and suggested action steps to help you leave your darkness behind, this book is your essential interactive guide through the recovery journey.