Christine Flannery
Christine Flannery
Episode 5 - Part 1, KIDS of North Jersey Survivor Katie Hedges, 9/92 to 11/95
Episode 5 - Part 1, KIDS of North Jersey Survivor Katie Hedges, 9/92 to 11/95
Episode 5 - Part 1, KIDS of North Jersey Survivor Katie Hedges, 9/92 to 11/95
Sunday 3rd January 2021
Katie Hedges reveals her traumatic experiences in KIDS of North Jersey, a spinoff of Straight Incorporated, exposing its abusive tactics.
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Get the buttons here!Katie Hedges' Story: Surviving the Shadows of KIDS of North Jersey
I had to overdo everything, and I don't know if that was because they constantly told me how skinny and weak I was and I could.
Imagine being a teenager, already struggling with an eating disorder, and then being thrust into a so-called 'rehabilitation' program that only deepens your trauma. That's the chilling reality Katie Hedges faced when she was placed in KIDS of North Jersey, a spinoff of the notorious Straight Incorporated program.
Hosted by Christine Flannery, herself a survivor, this episode of 'Surviving Straight Inc' pulls back the curtain on the harsh abuses that took place in these programs, which were shockingly endorsed by influential figures like Nancy Reagan and George H. W. Bush. Katie recounts her harrowing experiences from 1992 to 1995, revealing how she was subjected to degrading treatment and oppressive control tactics.
From being locked away from her family to enduring a damaging food plan, Katie's story is a powerful testament to the lasting impact these programs have on their survivors. This episode isn't just about recounting past horrors; it's about shedding light on the ongoing issues in similar programs today. Katie's bravery in sharing her story aims to bring healing to herself and others who have suffered.
Tune in to hear her compelling narrative and learn more about the resources available for those affected by such abusive programs.