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Welcome to SiblingsToo, the podcast about Sibling Sexual Abuse, the hidden taboo, hidden in society and in families. Sibling Sexual Abuse is thought to affect as many as 1 in 5 families. Your Host is Nancy Morris, a psychology researcher and sibling sexual abuse survivor, #SiblingsToo creates a voice for sibling sexual abuse and brings research and information to surivors and their families.
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Episode Summary: In this episode of the #SiblingsToo Podcast, host Nancy Morris talks with Dr. Peter Yates and Amy Adams about their scoping review on sibling sexual abuse (SSA), a critical step in consolidating fragmented research on this under-explored issue. By mapping the current knowledge base, their work identifies gaps in research, clarifies…
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In this compelling episode, host Nancy Morris dives into a profound discussion with Dr. Risa Shaw, a trailblazer in the study of sibling sexual abuse (SSA). The episode centers around Risa's influential book, *Not Child's Play: An Anthology on Brother-Sister Incest*, and the transformative power of speaking out against abuse. Together, they uncover…
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Nancy Morris is the host of the "SiblingsToo" podcast, dedicated to bringing awareness and reducing the stigma surrounding sibling sexual abuse (SSA). With a commitment to amplifying the voices of survivors, academics, and professionals, Nancy employs her platform to foster education, support, and meaningful conversations about the complex impacts …
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So much is going on! Here's a quick update about the SiblingsToo Podcast and the work going on behind the scenes.由Nancy Morris
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Ep.55 - A Family Journey Toward Justice and Healing after Sibling Sexual Abuse Disclosure (Part 2)
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In a deeply moving follow-up to Episode 54, Heather shares her experience of confronting sibling sexual abuse within her family. The shocking revelation by Heather's daughter, Brooke, and the subsequent turning point—with her son admitting guilt—paints a raw and honest portrait of a family navigating the darkest of times. In the wake of Brooke's di…
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Ep.54 - A Family Journey Toward Justice and Healing after Sibling Sexual Abuse Disclosure (Part 1)
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In this profound episode of the #SiblingsToo podcast, we are introduced to Heather, John, and their daughter Brooke, a family united by the turmoil of sibling sexual abuse and united in their journey toward justice and healing. Heather and John, parents grappling with the revelations of their son's actions toward his sister, embody the resolve to a…
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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the #SiblingsToo podcast, Decca Aitkenhead and host Nancy Morris delve into the underreported and deeply complex issue of sibling sexual abuse (SSA). The conversation provides an insightful exploration into Decca's journey to write a major article for The Sunday Times in the UK, addressing a subject…
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In an eye-opening episode of the #SiblingsToo podcast, host Nancy Morris engages in an intense and revealing conversation with two guests: therapist Brad Watts and Adam, someone who has acknowledged causing sexual harm to a sibling. The discussion delves into Adam's personal reflections on his actions, the family dynamics, and the resulting implica…
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In this remarkable episode, we are joined by the brilliant Teagan McLaren who brings a profound sense of connection through her music. The conversation revolves around the liberation that comes from expressing ourselves and the encouragement Teagan's latest song provides to those who are navigating their own challenging experiences. The exchange hi…
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Nancy Morris is the host and driving force behind the #SiblingsToo podcast and research project. With a dedicated focus on raising awareness about sibling sexual abuse (SSA), Nancy is not only a survivor but also an advocate and activist in this niche domain. Her work involves engaging with professionals, academics, and the society at large to advo…
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In this revealing episode of SiblingsToo, Nancy Morris shines a light on the impacts of sibling sexual abuse on others in the family. Joined by Anais Van Vliet, a driven PhD candidate, they dissect the complexities surrounding non-abused, non-abuser siblings in environments marred by such trauma. Anais, blending her personal history and academic pr…
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Ep.48 - Where The Stories Go – How we are using the anonymous stories shared with the #SiblingsToo Project
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In this episode, Nancy Morris expresses her gratitude to the individuals who have contributed their stories to the #SiblingsToo story database. She emphasizes the importance of these stories in conducting research, informing policymakers, and reducing the stigma surrounding sibling sexual abuse. Nancy explains the process of compiling and analyzing…
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Dr. Sophie King-Hill to discuss her creation of a mapping tool that is used to aid thinking for professionals while they plan for what interventions will be necessary for the families they are working with. Dr. Sophie King-Hill is an academic in the Health Services Management Centre at the University of Birmingham…
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So, what's been happening since the last episode? And what's coming in the new season of the #SiblingsToo podcast. In this episode, Nancy reflects on the progress made since the #SiblingsToo International Awareness Day and discusses the increasing conversation and energy getting the word out about sibling sexual abuse. She emphasize the importance …
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In this episode Nancy is joined by John. John is in his fifties, lives in the United Kingdom and has recently reported incidents of sibling sexual abuse to the police where he lives. John is in the legal process so his voice and name has been altered to protect his anonymity. In this episode: Contacting the local police Off to a bad start but seein…
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In today's episode, Nancy shares her views on the 2022 movie, The Wonder, starring Florence Pugh, Tom Burke, and Kila Lord Cassidy. Though very well acted, an apparently gratuitous backstory of sibling sexual abuse once again demonstrates a lack of understanding in media of what SSA really is and its true impacts. When advocates are trying to right…
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The plans and video recordings for the upcoming #SiblingsToo day on 15 April are coming together. In this episode, Nancy shares further details of the event, the speakers, and some of the information every parent needs to know about sibling sexual abuse. For more information and to register, just go to www.SiblingsToo.com/events Would you like to s…
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Gloria Masters, author and advocate for adults who have experienced child sexual abuse. She speaks from sixteen years of lived experience and has managed to turn the corner of healing into giving back. She does this through highlighting the issue of child sexual abuse to help other survivors. She has published her…
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Steve to give his perspective on what it is like to be the partner of a sibling sexual abuse survivor. Steve's partner is Jane Epstein. Jane is an SSA survivor, speaker, author, and advocate for the prevention of sibling and child-on-child sexual abuse and trauma. In this episode: Feeling disconnected Hearing the …
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Brandy Black. Brandy is the Founder of the siblingsexualtrauma.com website and one of the founding members of 5WAVES.org In this episode: The origin of the sibling sexual trauma website Searching for information and support Developing the website, becoming a resource and support for others Finding the right words …
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Maria Socolof. Maria is a chronic pain researcher, author and a sibling sexual trauma survivor. In this episode: The onset of Maria's pain Say "I let go..." Learning about trauma and pain Feeling the mind-body connection Remembering the past Validation and knowing your truth The words we use are important Resource…
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In this episode Nancy comments on three PEOPLE Magazine articles related to Sibling Sexual Abuse that were published on Oct 19th 2022. In this episode: A brief overview of the articles featuring the stories of Jane Epstein, Brad Watts and Hope Sittler. Raising awareness of the facts and data No villains, but many heroes The impact on society An ask…
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Carole Brooks. Carole is a Sibling Sexual Abuse Specialist, Lived Experience Consultant, Advisory Board Member & CSA Spokesperson. In this episode: Survivor and advocate Opening Door documentary The importance of speaking out Carole's story Disconnecting from feelings and needing a sense of control Confrontations …
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Jane Epstein. Jane Epstein is a speaker, author, and advocate for the prevention of sibling and child-on-child sexual abuse and trauma. 5WAVES is a collective voice promoting Worldwide Awareness, Voice, Education and Support around Sibling Sexual Trauma In this episode: Jane's TEDx experience Coming out of dark pl…
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Ep.35 - A Conversation with Hope Sittler, A Parent coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma (Part 2)
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Hope Sittler. Hope Sittler is a Mom coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma and an advocate for parents of Sibling Sexual Trauma. She is also a Founding Member of 5WAVES. 5WAVES is a collective voice promoting Worldwide Awareness, Voice, Education and Support around Sibling Sexual Trauma In this episode: Part 1 (Episode…
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Ep.34 - A Conversation with Hope Sittler, A Parent coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma (Part 1)
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In this episode Nancy is joined by Hope Sittler. Hope Sittler is a Mom coping with Sibling Sexual Trauma and an advocate for parents of Sibling Sexual Trauma. She is also a Founding Member of 5WAVES. 5WAVES is a collective voice promoting Worldwide Awareness, Voice, Education and Support around Sibling Sexual Trauma In this episode: Part 1 A mother…
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Peter Yates. Peter a qualified social worker with over ten years’ experience of child protection and holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. His ESRC-funded PhD research project looked at social worker decision making in cases involving sexual behaviour between siblings. His interest in this subject grew fr…
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Peter Yates. Peter a qualified social worker with over ten years’ experience of child protection and holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. His ESRC-funded PhD research project looked at social worker decision making in cases involving sexual behaviour between siblings. His interest in this subject grew fr…
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Fleur Strong. National Project Manager, RCEW National Project on Sibling Sexual Abuse. Fleur has experience working with children who have been sexually exploited and has also worked in a rape crisis centre. In this episode: It's a vast problem, and everyone is silent Why sibling sexual abuse is not acknowledged …
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Brad Watts. Brad is a Licensed Professional Counsellor and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, who primarily works with sex offenders, sexual abuse survivors and their families. In this episode: The silent epidemic Defining Sibling Sexual Abuse When sibling sexual abuse occurs and it is not addressed Long …
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Kami Cotler. Kami is best known for playing Elizabeth Walton on the iconic TV series, "The Waltons". Kami is now an educator with over twenty years of experience working at different levels of the education system. In this episode: Part 1 (Ep.27) Kami’s path as an educator Differentiating sibling sexual abuse fro…
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Kami Cotler. Kami is best known for playing Elizabeth Walton on the iconic TV series, "The Waltons". Kami is now an educator with over twenty years of experience working at different levels of the education system. In this episode: Part 1 (Ep.27) Kami’s path as an educator Differentiating sibling sexual abuse fro…
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Ep.26 - A Family's Healing Journey with Brad Watts, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider
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On this episode, Nancy is joined by Brad Watts. Brad is a licensed professional counsellor, certified sex offender treatment provider at Hallmark Youthcare. Nancy and Brad have a great discussion about the journey of healing as a family and as individuals after abuse has been discovered. In this episode: The family's journey after the abuse has bee…
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On this episode Nancy shares an update regarding where she, and the podcast have been over the last few months. Nancy also shares some warning signs regarding sibling interactions and behaviour to be aware of during this time. Would you like to support the #SiblingsToo Podcast --> buymeacoffee.com/siblingstoo 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: S…
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On this episode Nancy shares about an experience she had after leaving a comment on a post of a 'meme' regarding sexual abuse and the effect it has on survivors. Would you like to support the #SiblingsToo Podcast --> buymeacoffee.com/siblingstoo 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook: fb.com/siblingstoo ➡️ Would you like t…
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On this episode Nancy is joined by Chris. Chris is a survivor of sibling abuse behaviour and shares her story of how the behaviour has impacted her life, how healing is a work in progress and what the future looks like moving forward. In this episode The terminology surrounding sibling abuse behaviour and its impact Its not always good guy, bad guy…
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On this episode Nancy has a quick update on the scheduling of the podcast as well as an easy way to support the podcast and the #SiblingsToo project. Nancy would also like to recognize and thank all the people who have shared their story on the website. Thank you for contributing, you are seen, heard and believed! Would you like to support the #Sib…
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On this episode Nancy talks about what parents need to know about sibling sexual abuse and some of the unfortunate facts that support the current statistics. This episode highlights the importance of being educated about sibling abuse and sibling sexual abuse. In this Episode: The definition of sibling sexual abuse Sibling abuse or violence 2.2 mil…
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On this episode Nancy looks back over the past couple of months to review what she has learned, expectations for the future as well as an invitation for listeners to join Nancy on the podcast for an interview. Survivors, perpetrators or family members who have experienced SSA play an important role in helping us to get the word out further and let …
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The #SiblingsToo project exists because it is time for people to be able to share there story and bring light to sibling sexual abuse. On this episode it is time for Nancy to share her story. She shares what she recalls happened years ago, as well as how some of those events may have impacted her life. Nancy also shares what she has come to underst…
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On this episode (Part 2 of 2) Nancy is joined by Patricia Downing - Integrative Psychotherapist. Nancy and Patricia discuss mindfulness and how it can be used to support individuals. Patricia Downing is a Integrative Psychotherapist and Mindful Practitioner who has worked with therapy clients since 2005 and is accredited by the British Association …
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On this episode (Part 1 of 2) Nancy is joined by Patricia Downing - Integrative Psychotherapist. Nancy and Patricia discuss therapies and how they can be supportive in exploring sibling sexual abuse and its impact on an individual or a family. Patricia Downing is a Integrative Psychotherapist and Mindful Practitioner who has worked with therapy cli…
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On this episode Nancy answers some questions she has received regarding #SiblingsToo and sibling sexual abuse. If it is such a predominant issue, why don't we hear about it more? How can i begin the healing process? What can I do to help? 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook: fb.com/siblingstoo ➡️ Would you like to anony…
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On this episode Nancy talks about how there have been a number of people who have reached out to ask how they can support the #SiblingsToo project even though they have not been directly effected by sibling sexual abuse. A great way to support is to be a guest on the show or refer someone who you know who will tell their story and allow others to l…
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On this episode Nancy talks about the importance of the use of our words. The words we use and the story we share determine our life experience. The stories we create with our words are fundamental to our sense of identity which impacts our emotions and behaviours. 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook: fb.com/siblingstoo…
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On this episode Nancy talks about the emotions, feelings and thoughts associated with shame that adult survivors of sibling sexual abuse feel and the factors that make those feeling worse. 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Siblingstoo.com 📲 Facebook: fb.com/siblingstoo ➡️ Would you like to anonymously share your story of Sibling Sexual Abuse? C…
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On this episode Nancy shares about what forgiveness is, what it is not, and some steps you can take to possibly get closer to forgiving those who have done harm or abused you. Forgiveness is not about giving someone a pass, or condoning the behaviour, it is about giving yourself freedom from the emotional pain. 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to:…
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On this episode Nancy talks about the importance of how the behaviour of a family contributes to the occurrence of SSA and their response to SSA occurring contributes to the long-term impacts on both victim and perpetrator. There are many family factors that seem to impact the likelihood of SSA occurring. Understanding these factors within your own…
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This episode does not feature any experts, or people who have had personal experience with sibling sexual abuse. This is a conversation between two members of the #SiblingsToo production team to give you the outsiders perspective and to shine a light on how important raising awareness for this project is. 🖥 To connect with #SiblingsToo go to: Sibli…
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One of the primary objectives of #SiblingsToo is to normalize the conversation of Sibling Sexual Abuse so that survivors and even perpetrators can come out from the shadows and speak their truth. On this recent media interview Nancy shares about the SiblingsToo project, how important it is to start having this conversation and the impact it can hav…
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