Joseph Born, “Joe,” is joining us from the frozen lands of Alaska. Joe, who is half Alaska Native himself, shares how his early childhood abuse shaped his life and highlights the systems that failed to protect him. He also discusses how his mental health diagnoses and addictions relate to his abuse. And the challenges they presented during trauma therapy. Joe hopes to share with the world the unique aspects of CSA in Alaska – including its geography, cultural factors, and the ugly truth of intrafamilial abuse.
EXTRA Trigger Warning: While editing this episode, I felt myself being triggered moreso than other episodes. Practice Self-care while listening/viewing.
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Suicide is talked about in this episode. If you are experiencing feelings of suicide or you know someone who is, don't hesitate to get in touch with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US available 24/7 to provide free, confidential emotional support to people in suicidal or emotional distress. Their number in the US is 988 or 1-800-273-8255 or at https://988lifeline.org/ – in other countries, reach out to your local suicide prevention hotline which you can find at https://findahelpline.com/.
Joseph’s Links:
Joseph’s Story (MightyAK)
Instagram: @josephbornak
Links Mentioned:
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Wikipedia: Degrassi (TV franchise)
Degrassi (franchise search - JustWatch)
Degrassi (franchise Search - The Roku Channel - US)
Wikipedia: "EMDR" (Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing)
Wikipedia: International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (Trainers of CSATs)
Previous HFMSwMC podcast episodes mentioned:
Episode 95 - Interview with Scott Slone - Part 1 (Spotify | YouTube)
Episode 96 - Interview with Scott Slone - Part 2 (Spotify | YouTube)
Mike Chapman’s links:
Husband Material Ministries (“HM”/”HMM”; faith-based ministry helping men find freedom from pornography and other sexual brokenness issues) FREE
Info on Joining Husband Materials Academy (“HMA”; Paid)
Learn more about Husband Material's CSA Survivor Fellowship (led by Mike) and the PLC Chat on WhatsApp
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**Trigger Warning/Explicit Content Warning** - we will talk openly and frankly about sexual abuse from the victim's perspective. Sometimes cursing may be used, but kept at a minimum. Please practice self-care while listening to episodes and feel free to pause if you become triggered while listening.
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