Ep. 14 - Sexual Trauma, Body Image and Food

Sexual violence is shockingly common in our society. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will discuss the impact of sexual violence that goes far beyond any physical injuries and the trauma can be shattering, leaving you feeling scared, ashamed, and alone or plagued by nightmares, flashbacks, and other unpleasant memories. Most of women developed an eating disorder following sexual abuse. Recovering from sexual assault takes time, and the healing process can be painful. But you can regain your sense of control, rebuild your self-worth, and learn to heal. Stay tuned! What to expect from the episode: Treating complex trauma for adults who experienced ongoing trauma in childhood.Abuse, trauma, and specifically childhood sexual abuse are often develop eating disorders.Fact and figures shows the violence against women.The eating disorder behavior in sexual abuse survivors.Trauma can trigger a negative body image and develop a critical self-view.The importance of understanding the ways to cope with trauma.The common reactions to sexual assault and why they blame themselves.And many more!Resources:Australia:1-800-RespectSexual Assault Crisis Line1-800-806-292Centre Against Sexual Assault https://casa.org.au/contact-us/USA:Sexual Assault Hotline:https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotlineCanada:https://endingviolencecanada.org/sexual-assault-centres-crisis-lines-and-support-services/UK NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sexual-health/help-after-rape-and-sexual-assault/Apply for the Body and Food Freedom Project/Book discovery Call https://bit.ly/3zzFpZsGet your free guide to managing the not good enough voicehttps://mailchi.mp/280ed5288217/ollcm0j9yiConnect with VanessaLinks: https://linktr.ee/greenlifepsychologyWebsite: https://greenlifepsychology.com/Email: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/greenlifepsychology/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/green_life_psychology/Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and abides by ethics of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). The content here should not be taken as medical or therapeutic advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.