Our most vulnerable : Part 2 You have a voice
Second-part of the Child Sexual Abuse Series features Marie Pflugrad’s two books: “You Have a Voice” which is tailored for young children and a valuable tool for any library, school, etc. and “How EMDR Therapy Transformed My Life: From ‘God Hole’ to ‘God Whole’” this book is geared toward helping survivors of childhood sexual and/or physical abuse cope with their experiences. Pflugrad talks about raising awareness of children’s safety especially while children are at home and more at-risk to sexual abuse during the pandemic. Written By: Jackie Jahfetson | ×
Marie Pflugrad, an educator from Glen Ullin, showcases her two books she has composed regarding child sexual abuse. As a victim of child sexual abuse, Pflugrad urges the public, families and educators to educate themselves on the ways to prevent these crimes from happening. (Jackie Jahfetson/The Dickinson Press)
Our most vulnerable : Part 1 A growing problem
First-part of the Child Sexual Abuse Series detailing the problems that lead to childhood sexual and physical abuse. Educator and author Marie Pflugrad addresses the need to raise awareness on this issue as well as input from local law enforcement and the Assistant State’s Attorney. Written By: Jackie Jahfetson | ×
Child sexual abuse is a problem with both short and long term effects for those who are victimized. It is reported that one in five girls and one in 20 boys is a victim of child sexual abuse. (Dickinson Press File Photo)
Social interactions are part and parcel of growing up. Children often learn right and wrong, cooperation and discord, and many of life’s many lessons courtesy of those they know and trust and unfortunately, some find themselves victim of child sexual abuse or misconduct in the process.
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Published on: 12-22-2020
Marie Pflugrad has experienced trauma, heartache, and addiction. After bouts with anxiety and depression, she sought out a certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist. EMDR therapy helps treat individuals for post-traumatic stress disorder. Through EMDR therapy, Pflugrad’s repressed memories came to light, which allowed her to work through them and find hope.
It allowed her to heal, forgive, and move on. And she felt called to turn that pain into a ministry.
A pastor’s wife and retired schoolteacher raised in the mountains of Colorado, United States, Marie has been on a healing and recovery journey, which inspired her to write a biography. When finished, she felt called to write a book for children to help them recognize they have the means to protect themselves, that they have a voice. The book adds awareness of the epidemic of childhood sexual abuse and is meant to be used as a preventativ