Family

Family

Sexual abuse is a trauma that can have long-term effects on a person’s mental, emotional, and physical health. In addition to the direct impact on survivors, sexual abuse can also have significant effects on family members. Our loved ones have been through the healing process. They may feel angry, guilty, ashamed, and helpless as they try to come to terms with what happened to their family. They may also struggle with feelings of betrayal if the abuser was someone they trusted or was unaware of the abuse until it occurred. Communication can break down as family members struggle with their own emotions and the complexities of supporting survivors. Trust can be affected, especially if the abuse was committed by a family member or someone close to the family. Family roles can change as members take on new responsibilities to support survivors or compensate for parents or siblings struggling with their own injuries. It will affect the family. Medical, medical, and legal bills can add up quickly and put a strain on a family’s resources. In some cases, family members are forced to take time off work to care for survivors, adding to the financial burden. Providing a safe and supportive environment, listening without judgment, and providing support are ways family members can help survivors of trauma. chain reactions. It is important for families to recognize the impact of sexual violence on their resilience, to cope with it, and to seek support to help them cope with issues that may arise. By working together and providing bonds of love and support, families can help survivors heal and move on with their lives. “Effects of Child Abuse on Families.” From Darkness to Light, www.d2l.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Effects-of-Child-Sexual-Abuse-on-Families.pdf. “Effects of Violence on Families.”

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