NAASCA ORG
NAASCA ORG
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) -3056
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) -3056
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) -3056
Tuesday 22nd November 2022
Tonya Doolin discusses overcoming child abuse and addiction, highlighting resilience and the power of community support on 'Stop Child Abuse Now'.
88 minutes
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
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Get the buttons here!Tonya Doolin: Rising Above a Lifetime of Trauma and Addiction
You're here on nasca telling your story, and you have found your voice in doing so, which is a huge step.
What does it take to rise above a lifetime of trauma and addiction? In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Tonya Doolin from Oxnard, California, shares her harrowing yet hopeful story. Born to a young mother with her own struggles, Tonya's early life was marred by abuse and neglect. She recounts how she was molested from the age of four by those who were supposed to protect her, including family members and a preacher.
This early betrayal set the stage for a tumultuous life filled with addiction, prostitution, and homelessness. Despite these overwhelming challenges, Tonya's story is one of incredible resilience and recovery. She opens up about how her mother's addiction and poor choices in men led to a chaotic childhood, but also how she found the strength to reclaim her life. Through candid discussions about her journey, Tonya emphasizes the importance of speaking out against child abuse, a topic often shrouded in silence.
She also highlights the value of trauma-informed care and community support in the healing process. For anyone grappling with similar issues or looking to understand the profound impact of childhood trauma, Tonya's story offers both solace and inspiration. Tune in to hear her powerful testimony and learn about the steps we can all take to support survivors and prevent child abuse.