The School of Greatness How To Heal & Move Forward After Trauma & Abuse w/Deborah Tuerkheimer EP 1186
Nov 8, 2021
Deborah Tuerkheimer, a professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and expert on abuse prosecution, shares her insights into trauma and recovery. She discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for survivors to share their stories. Tuerkheimer explores the 'credibility complex' that often protects abusers and the societal changes needed to support victims. She provides guidance for those who have yet to disclose their experiences, emphasizing empathy and understanding to break down the barriers survivors face in the justice system.
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Victim Expectations
- Victims are often unfairly expected to behave in certain ways after experiencing abuse.
- Not meeting these expectations can damage their credibility and hinder their pursuit of justice.
Barriers to Belief
- Cases involving sexual or domestic violence are difficult to prove due to societal disbelief.
- These accusations challenge our perceptions of relationships and gender dynamics.
Discrediting Tactics
- The adversarial legal system often focuses on discrediting individuals rather than seeking truth.
- Effective discrediting strategies perpetuate, raising concerns about fairness.
