Book Review
A short overview of this book
Supporting Your Child After Sexual Abuse by Dr Jessica Taylor is a reflective journal for parents and carers of children who have been sexually abused.
This is what the Publisher has to say…
A new reflective journal for parents and carers of children who have been sexually abused. This book contains information, advice and reflective writing exercises to support parents and carers.
Whether your child has recently disclosed to you at a young age, or you have adult children who were abused in childhood, this book aims to support you as you process your own thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Created by Dr Jessica Taylor, this book enables you to explore your own memories, feelings and trauma from supporting your child(ren) during and after any form of sexual abuse. Each section is packed full of useful information to support your knowledge of abuse and trauma, too.
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Video Transcription
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Hey there, it’s Cathy Hak from Sex Ed Rescue! Today, I want to talk about a book that can really support parents who have children that have been sexually abused. It’s called The Reflective Journal for Parents and Carers: Supporting Your Child After Sexual Abuse by Dr. Jessica Taylor from the UK.
I decided to review this book because I work with a lot of parents who have just found out about their child’s abuse and are desperately seeking support. And let me tell you, this book is a game-changer.
First off, it’s not your typical book. It’s actually a journal, which I think is pretty cool. It’s got some educational info in there, like how your child might have been groomed. But the real magic happens with the questions it asks.
The journal prompts you to reflect on things like how people reacted when they found out about the abuse, whether they believed your child, and what you would say to someone who thinks only strangers attack children. It covers all the important stuff like what sexual abuse is, who might be doing it, why your child was targeted, and even why they might not have told you right away.
But here’s the thing, as parents, we often carry a lot of guilt and baggage when it comes to our child’s abuse. This book addresses that too. It helps you explore how the abuse has impacted your child and how you can support them through their trauma responses and self-esteem issues. And it even tackles the big question of whether the abuse will affect your child’s future.
One thing I really appreciate about this book is that it acknowledges something I see a lot with parents – the fear that their own memories of abuse might be triggered by their child’s experience. It’s a valid concern, and the book offers strategies to help you navigate that.
There’s also a section where you can write letters to people who need to hear what you have to say. I’m not exactly sure what they mean by that, but the author explains why it can be a helpful strategy.
And of course, the book doesn’t forget about you, the parent. It offers guidance on how to take care of yourself while supporting your child and where to find additional support if you need it.
Overall, this book is an incredibly helpful tool for parents and carers of children who have been sexually abused. Whether your child is three or thirty, finding out about their abuse can be overwhelming and confusing. But this journal gives you the space to explore, understand, and process the trauma your child has experienced, as well as your own reactions to it.
I haven’t come across any other book quite like this one. It’s unique in its approach and truly designed to support parents like you. So if you’re looking to start your journey of understanding and supporting your child, I highly recommend giving this book a try.
Alright, that’s all for now. Take care!
