Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+ Ep. 477 Breaking the Silence: Abuse, Trauma & Healing with Eamon Dolan
Jun 25, 2025
Eamon Dolan, a renowned book editor and author of 'The Power of Parting,' joins the conversation to discuss the complex realities of abuse and trauma. He highlights the often-ignored psychological impacts of various abuse forms, including the connection between childhood trauma and health issues like autoimmune disorders. Eamon addresses the critical need for awareness surrounding complex PTSD and the importance of supportive relationships in healing. The discussion also covers how intentional parenting can help break intergenerational cycles of trauma.
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Normalization of Abuse in Childhood
- Abused children neurologically normalize their abusive home environment as "normal."
- Isolation and lack of social skills compound this perception and hinder their relationships outside home.
Beating Stick Wooden Spoon Story
- Eamon shared a story about his mother's "beating stick," a wooden spoon, used humorously and abusively.
- His roommates' shocked reactions helped him realize his childhood was not normal.
Understanding Complex PTSD
- Complex PTSD arises from prolonged trauma and impacts personality and relationships more than PTSD.
- Despite evidence, complex PTSD is not recognized in the DSM, limiting treatment and research.
