In this episode of Healing Out Loud, Jack courageously shares his story as a male survivor of childhood sexual abuse and living with CPTSD. He breaks the silence around a subject often shrouded in stigma and shame, addressing the complex emotions survivors carry, from guilt and hypervigilance to the struggle of being believed.
If you or someone you love is navigating life after sexual trauma, this episode offers hope, validation, and a reminder: healing happens on your terms.
Resources mentioned:
Visit 1in6.org - a trusted support organization specifically for male survivors of sexual abuse.
Explore more stories, support, and writing at AboutThatJack.com.
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