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Religious trauma: Signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment

February 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn about religious trauma and spiritual abuse, how they affect mental health, and how you can start healing.

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Abuse Religion Religious Trauma Spirituality Trauma

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Mental health effects of sexual assault and abuse

January 10, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Sexual assault affects people physically, mentally, and emotionally. Learn how to recognize, treat, and start to heal from the trauma of assault or abuse.

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Abuse Sexual Assault Trauma

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Abuse and domestic violence: How to recognize it and get help

September 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn about different types of abuse, including domestic violence, and how to recognize the signs of an abusive relationship. Help is available.

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Abuse Domestic Violence Relationships

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What is grooming?

July 28, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Grooming is a manipulative behavior used by abusers to build a close connection with their victims. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and get help.

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Abuse Behaviors Children

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