Myth or Fact
Only females experience Physical abuse
What is a Myth
What are two examples of triggers that someone might have that has been abused?
A trigger can be anything that reminds the child OR ADULT of the abuse. It can be related to sight, smell, taste, touch, and sound.
Difficulty calming down or sitting
Anxious, restless
In through you nose out through your mouth
Deep breathing
The feeling of displeasure, being very irritated or annoyed.
Anger?
Child physical abuse is rare
Myth , unfortunately it is pretty common in the Unites States.
Name two things you can do when you are having upsetting thoughts or feelings about the abuse
Your answer
Sleeping difficulties
Insomnia, nightmares
Counting to
10 ..... and beyond lol
A feeling you have when you fear something bad will happen to you or someone else.
What is scared or afraid?
Abuse can happen to anyone regardless of their age, gender and size .
Fact.
Name three common feelings that someone who has experienced a traumatic event might experience.
Depression, anxiety, loneliness, anger, etc
hypervigilance,
Positive
Thoughts, thinking , words
Feeling ashamed or embarrassed because of your actions.
What is guilty?
Physical abuse is easy to identify
Myth : Its not that simple
IS PHYSICAL ABUSE THE ONLY TYPE OF ABUSE
No there are other types of abuse;
Sexual , domestic, neglect, emotional
Isolations, lack of motivation ,
Depression
Talking to
Someone
trusted adult
counselor
venting
A feeling you may have when you are constantly thinking about something and are unsure of what the outcome will be.
What is worried?
Alcohol and drugs cause people to be physically abusive.
Myth : Physically abuse is a pattern of learned behaviors use to control others, being under the influence of drugs and alcohol can intensify the abusive behaviors
Is physical abuse the only only that should be taken serious ? Why or why not?
No. Physical abuse is a tool use to maintain control, but there are other forms of abuse that are considered just as serious. Emotional Verbal and Financial abuse which should be taken seriously.
Name your own trauma symptom.
Nightmares, unable to focus, heavy breathing, irritated, stomach aches, etc. any other you can think of .
Body movements
Yoga
exercise
sports
A feeling you have when you are really looking forward to something.
What is excited?