alcoholism
Secondary Symptoms of Sexual Abuse
Childhood and adolescent sexual abuse damages a developing human being. Listed below are some common secondary symptoms of abuse survivors. This list is not comprehensive, nor do all abuse survivors manifest these behaviors. However, many of these symptoms are present in older teens and adults who've experienced sexual abuse.
- Anger management problems
- Isolation and loneliness
- Depression
- Eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, food hoarding, overeating, etc.)
- Body image problems
- Workaholic
- Substance abuse
- Sexual dysfunction or confusion
- Self-mutilation (cutting, burning, etc.)
- Sleep disorders
- Hypervigilance
- Anxiety and fear
- Dysfunctional relationships
- Spiritual void or disillusionment
- Difficulty concentrating
- Performance-based self-value
- Intimacy problems
- Trust issues
- Poor self-image
- Disconnection from self, others and God
- Stress-related physical problems
- Poor or impaired parenting skills
Background Information
Addiction Triggers
What causes the addiction cycles to begin?
Dr. Jekyll's Potion
The link between alcohol and violent behavior may be stronger than you think.
If You're an Alcoholic
Think you'll never be able to quit? There is hope.
But I've Got Reasons!
Alcoholics offer countless excuses for drinking. They simply don"t hold water.
Questions and Answers
My husband is an alcoholic. Can it be treated, and is there hope for families like mine?
Answer
Have you ever been concerned that exercising the concept of "tough love" in a marital crisis could potentially kill the marriage?
Answer
Review Frequently Asked Questions
Stories
Absentee Father
One adult child of an alcoholic shares his experience of healing and hope.
Under the Influence
Growing up with an alcoholic father was frightening. In the end, I choose to give my father the gift of forgiveness.
It Would Never Happen to Us
Teen drug addiction is always some other family's tragedy, until it hits home.
If you've been through a experience related to this topic, we invite you to share your story with others.Share Your Story
Other Things to Consider
The Hungry Heart
Our souls seek satisfaction like a starving man seeks food. Regardless of race, culture or creed, we have one commonality: hungry hearts. What is it our souls hunger for? Relationship.
Where is God in the Midst of All My Troubles?
So many cry out to Him in times of need, but is God really listening? And, more important, does He care?
Related Topics
Life Pressures: Workaholism
Parenting Teens: Drugs and Alcohol, Eating Disorders, Internet Concerns
Relationships: Anger
