All articles tagged with #childhood abuse
A recent study shows that verbal abuse in childhood can have as profound and lasting an impact on mental health as physical abuse, with both types of abuse increasing the risk of low well-being in adulthood. The research highlights a rise in verbal abuse and emphasizes the importance of awareness and mindful communication with children to promote better mental health outcomes.
Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, reveals in an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg the abuse he suffered as a child at boarding school, shedding light on the misery in his privileged childhood and emphasizing that their life of privilege did not shield them from hardship. The full interview will be available on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 09:00.
Filmmaker Tyler Perry's deep love for his mother, Willie Maxine Perry, is explored in the documentary "Maxine's Baby: The Tyler Perry Story." The film delves into Perry's childhood abuse, both mental and physical, and how he coped by creating a vivid imaginary world. Perry's mother served as his inspiration, and he dedicated his early movies to her, aiming to empower Black women. The documentary also reveals Perry's devastating loss when his mother passed away, leading him to struggle with heavy drinking. Despite the abuse he endured from his father, Perry chooses to forgive and let go of the past.
In a candid interview with Gary Neville, Tottenham Hotspur player Dele opens up about his struggles with addiction, childhood abuse, and mental illness. He reveals that he considered retiring from football and criticizes the editing of the "All or Nothing" documentary. Dele recently completed a rehabilitation program for addiction to sleeping medication and alcohol. He shares his experiences of being sexually abused as a child and credits his best friend's family for saving his life. Dele's story serves as a reminder of the reality of addiction, trauma, and suffering.
The memory and perception of childhood abuse and neglect have a greater impact on future mental health than the actual experiences, according to new research. Individuals who remembered maltreatment had more episodes of depression or anxiety, even with official records. This highlights the importance of memory perception in identifying potential mental health issues and providing early interventions. Clinicians can use patients' self-reported experiences to identify those at risk and offer support. The study emphasizes the need for a better understanding of how memories of abuse and neglect are maintained and exacerbated over time to develop effective interventions.
Singer Jewel revealed that her mother and former manager, Lenedra, embezzled over $100 million from her throughout her musical career. The four-time Grammy nominee also opened up about her troubled childhood, including abuse from her father and feeling neglected by her mother. Jewel previously detailed her childhood in her 2016 memoir, "Never Broken."
Singer-songwriter Jewel revealed on a podcast that her mother, who was also her manager, embezzled over $100 million from her. Jewel also shared her experiences with childhood abuse and growing up in the music industry. She has since become an advocate for mental health awareness and created a non-profit to help better the mental health of youth. Jewel's tour bus caught fire in August 2022, but no one was hurt.