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Understanding & Healing from Domestic Abuse - Online Workshop
- Jared Whitaker
- Nov 28, 2024
- 2 min read
This 3-hour interactive workshop is designed to raise awareness about domestic abuse, with a focus on the unique challenges men face. Participants will gain practical tools for recovery, deeper insights into abuse dynamics, and a supportive space for discussion.
The session covers:
Understanding Abuse: Types, tactics used by abusers, and the challenges male victims encounter.
The Impact of Abuse: Emotional and psychological effects on victims and relationships, shared through real-life stories and expert insights.
Tools for Healing and Support: How to identify abusive patterns, set boundaries, and build a support system for recovery.
The full presentations will also be shared with participants after the event.
The breakdown of the workshop is as follows:
Setting the Foundation – Understanding Abuse
• Welcome and Introductions
Brief overview of the session, sharing the agenda and goals of the session.
• Keynote Presentation: "What Abuse Looks Like":
o Types of abuse: emotional, physical, financial, psychological and more.
o Tactics used by abusers, including gaslighting, isolation and more.
o Special focus: the unique challenges men face.
• Interactive Session: Breaking the Myths:
o Common misconceptions about abuse and male victims.
The Impact of Abuse – On Victims and Relationships
• Presentation: The Emotional and Psychological Toll
o Effects on mental health and self-esteem.
o Long-term consequences for relationships and trust.
• Q&A and Open Discussion
o Safe space for participants to ask questions or share insights.
Tools for Healing and Support
• Practical Tools for Recovery:
o How to identify abuse patterns and red flags.
o Strategies for setting boundaries and regaining control.
• Building a Support System:
o Finding resources: therapists, support groups, and legal advice.
o How allies can help male survivors.
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