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Sexual Abuse And The Healing Process

Sexual Abuse And The Healing Process

Sexual abuse refers to non-consensual sexual behavior or contact, including physical, emotional, or psychological manipulation or exploitation. It can take many forms, such as: Touching or fondling Rape or sexual assault Sexual harassment or bullying Incest or...

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a harmful and violent act that hurts and disrespects the bodies and dignity of women and girls. It's a painful and traumatic experience that can cause long-lasting physical and emotional scars. Imagine a young girl, full of life and...

Teenage Boy Sentenced To 14 Years Imprisonment For Rape

Teenage Boy Sentenced To 14 Years Imprisonment For Rape

  An Ondo State High Court sitting in Akure has sentenced a 17-year-old boy, Jibola Fakologbon, to 14 years imprisonment for assaulting and raping a student of Ero College of Education. Fakologbon, who committed the offence was arraigned on December 2021, on two...

Stockholm Syndrome

Stockholm Syndrome

Imagine being trapped in a situation where you're constantly belittled, manipulated, and controlled. You start to feel a twisted sense of loyalty and affection towards your abuser, even though they're hurting you. Stockholm Syndrome can indeed involve a psychological...

Female genital mutilation (FGM)

Female genital mutilation (FGM)

Also known as female genital cutting or female circumcision, this refers to the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injuries to the female genital organ for harmful practice and a violation of human rights,including their rights to...

One-year-old girl raped at creche in South Africa

One-year-old girl raped at creche in South Africa

A family, community and groups have called for justice to be served after a one-year-old girl was raped at a crèche in Newlands East in Durban, South Africa. The incident allegedly occurred on May 6, 2024, when the other children at the daycare were taken for swimming...

Misconceptions About Domestic Violence

Misconceptions About Domestic Violence

Here are some common misconceptions about domestic violence: Myth: Domestic violence only happens in low-income or minority communities. Reality: Domestic violence can occur in any community, regardless of socioeconomic status, race, or ethnicity. Myth: Domestic...

Healing From Childhood Trauma

Healing From Childhood Trauma

Healing from a traumatic childhood is a complex journey, but here are some steps that will your healing process: Acknowledge the Trauma Recognize and accept that you experienced trauma during your childhood. Denial can hinder healing. Seek Support Surround yourself...