Adult Trauma

Unravel the Twisted Humor and Heartache in 'Father Time' Dive into the darkly comedic world of 'Father Time', penned by the talented Torthell Robinson. Here, protagonist Trevor Russell grapples with the ghosts of a tumultuous Black American childhood, only to find that his emerging literary success brings with it a host of new demons. As Trevor's estranged father resurfaces to seek forgiveness, and as Trevor faces impending fatherhood himself sans matrimonial bliss, his life spirals into chaos. Plagued by writer's block and overwhelmed by familial tensions, he flees back to his roots in ...

Trauma is an inevitable aspect of life. You or anyone you care about has almost certainly been through trauma, whether it was "big-T" trauma like mental, physical, or sexual assault, or "little-t" trauma like divorce, loss of employment, terrible childhood events, or any scenario where you seemed worthless, frightened, or helpless. But we can recover. It doesn't have to be a lifelong process. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy that has been shown to help individuals recover from trauma and enhance their quality of life.

Do you ever wonder why your past still haunts you? Are you trapped in patterns you can't break? 'Thawing Childhood Abandonment Issues' offers the breakthrough you've been searching for. Childhood abandonment can cast long shadows over your life, influencing everything from personal relationships to self-esteem. In 'Thawing Childhood Abandonment Issues,' Don Carter, MSW, LCSW, uses his extensive experience in psychotherapy to explore the profound impact of early attachment wounds, physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional trauma, and/or Complex PTSD. Through the narratives of individuals ...

Avec Trauma(s), Karine Giebel met un point final à son roman Et chaque fois, mourir un peu. Après des années sur le front sans arme ni gilet pare-balle, après des années à soigner les autres au péril de sa vie sous l'égide de la croix rouge internationale, après avoir pris de plus en plus de risques jusqu'au risque de trop, une autre guerre attend Grégory. Lors d'une dernière mission en Afghanistan les rôles s'inversent : les humanitaires deviennent des cibles. Après tous les combats qu'il a menés, Grégory va devoir sauver sa propre vie et celle de ses collègues.

The Am-bitch-ous Woman: The Savvy Girl’s Guide to Becoming a Better Bitch In a world that expects women to smile, shrink, and apologize for their ambition, The Am-bitch-ous Woman is the unapologetic guide every modern woman needs. This empowering manifesto redefines what it means to be ambitious, while blending kindness with unapologetic strength. Packed with practical advice, fierce personal stories, and humor, this book is a rallying cry for women who refuse to choose between being compassionate and being commanding. From mastering assertive communication to navigating career politics ...

Do you find it hard to trust people? Perhaps you imagine how they might hurt you before you even begin to explore a relationship… Your trust issues have to do with your attachment style, and that’s something that cemented itself long ago… but you’re not attached to this forever: It’s something you can change. Find out how to be in adult relationships that are truly healthy and fulfilling. This engaging therapy workbook for adults is the relationship book you need to get you there.

Ever since a hurricane devastated the small town of Mercy, Louisiana, a red algae bloom has taken over. Mutated wildlife lurks in the water that rises by the day, but Mercy has always been a place where monsters walk in plain sight. Especially at its heart: the Cove, where Noon's life was upended long before the storm at a party her older boyfriend insisted on. Now, Noon is stuck navigating the submerged town with her mom, who believes their family have been reincarnated as sea creatures.

Unlock the secret to profound peace in a chaotic world. "Beyond Control" offers a transformative journey for those trapped in anxiety and perfectionism, teaching the liberating art of surrender. Through practical exercises, inspiring stories, and evidence-based techniques, this illuminating guide helps readers release the exhausting grip of control to reveal unexpected joy and opportunities previously hidden from view. Perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed by life's unpredictability, this book provides a clear path to not just survive uncertainty, but to thrive within it. Discover how ...

Bullying at school left scars on me. In time, I learned to face the childhood trauma, and so can you. The free fall that began when you were tormented by bullies can end. I learned through trial and error. My experiences can make your path easier. The memories of bullies at school are no longer yours to handle alone. This book offers a 4-part program for healing and recovery. Using these strategies, you may be able to make peace with your past and move on. That's what this book is about. Please follow the advice of your licensed mental health professional and members of your support network...

INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLER AUTHOR An Empire of Power. A Family Torn Apart. A Battle for Redemption. Theo Fester has risen from a childhood of poverty and bullying to build a global technological empire, becoming one of the world’s most powerful magnates. His name symbolizes success and resilience. However, beneath his professional triumphs lies a fractured personal life that threatens to unravel everything he has built. In “Prisoners of the Mind”, renowned psychiatrist Augusto Cury explores Theo's life, haunted by past demons and toxic family dynamics. As Theo’s empire grows, so does...

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Teen assassin Isabel Ryans now works for Comma, and she’s good at it: the Moth is the guild’s most notorious killer, infamous throughout the city of Espera. But Isabel still craves normality, and she won’t find it inside the guild. She moves in with a civilian flatmate, Laura, and begins living a double life, one where she gets to pretend she’s free. But when Isabel’s day job tangles her up with an anti-guild abolitionist movement, it becomes harder to keep her two lives separate.

🔥 "HUNGER GAMES, 50 SHADES, and DIVERGENT, anyone?" 🔥 💀 From New York Times, USA TODAY and Amazon Top-100 bestseller Tamara Rose Blodgett comes a ★★★#1 Amazon Dark Fantasy bestselling series★★★ with masterful storytelling and evolving characters that keep readers hooked. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Love love love... please continue!" ~ Laura Lindsay In this riveting sixth installment of the Death Series, the stakes have never been higher: 💫 A Year of Silence and Strife: The Graysheets remain ominously quiet as Caleb and his friends navigate their senior year—until tragedy ...

"A Fight for Me: A Journey from Wreckage to Redemption" is a powerful and honest memoir adapted for young readers from the international bestseller "The Devil Inside Me" by Joshua T. Berglan. This gripping narrative chronicles the author's tumultuous journey through addiction, mental health struggles, and personal turmoil, ultimately leading to resilience, faith, and redemption. Berglan shares his raw and unfiltered story of overcoming immense challenges, including substance abuse, trauma, and the consequences of harmful choices. This book offers a message of hope and transformation, ...

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Some memories belong to a future that hasn't happened yet. When eighteen-year-old Rodion begins testing Artificial Intelligence technology at a mysterious research lab in Pittsburgh, he starts experiencing terrifying visions of the future—visions where he finally avenges childhood trauma. But as his digital double grows stronger and the line between reality and projection blurs, Rodion realizes revenge might cost him everything he holds dear. Including his soul. Are his visions a gift of foresight, or is the AI manipulating his mind? As past trauma and future possibilities collide, Rodion...

Herzen haben keine Knochen, sie können nicht brechen - oder etwa doch? Von der Trailersiedlung in die Welt der Rich Kids: Nach dem Tod ihrer Mutter bleibt der 18-jährigen Beyah nichts anderes übrig, als zu ihrem Vater zu ziehen. Dem Vater, den sie kaum kennt und der mit seiner neuen wohlhabenden Familie auf einer Halbinsel vor der texanischen Küste lebt. Wider Erwarten birgt die Welt der Schönen und Reichen mehr Überraschungen, als Beyah je gedacht hätte. Speziell Sonnyboy Samson scheint Abgründe in sich zu tragen, die ihr gar nicht so unbekannt sind.

Meet Nora. Also known as Rebecca, Samantha, Hayley, Katie and Ashley - the girls she's been. Nora didn't choose a life of deception - she was born into it. As the daughter of a con artist who targeted criminal men, Nora always had to play a part. But when her mother fell for one of the men instead of conning him, Nora pulled the ultimate con herself: escape.

In the dark labyrinth of his memories, can Cameron Todd uncover the truth about his girlfriend's fatal plunge from a clifftop? With a brain injury preventing him from remembering anything, even the night Emma died, Cameron is trapped in a sinister game of piecing together his fragmented past. Accusations swirl around him - the police, Emma's grieving family - they all question whether his amnesia is a mere pretence. As he struggles to reconstruct the mosaic of his life, Cameron discovers that his relationship with Emma may not have been as idyllic as he believed.

Let’s say that you are going through one of your daily life routines when out of nowhere you start getting a sudden feeling of panic. You start losing your breath. Strangers start getting close to you and show signs of worry. Your heart starts racing and you can’t think of what to do next. Then in a matter of moments you feel normal again. But you can’t just ignore that this just happened. You lay awake at night, terrified that this will happen again; seeing how it’s not the first time. You don’t know what exactly has happened or why it happened.