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entertainment16 days ago•17 min saved

Stallone's Memoir 'The Steps' Reveals Brutal Childhood Abuse and Career Struggles

Sylvester Stallone has disclosed harrowing details of his abusive childhood and early career struggles in his new memoir, 'The Steps,' set to release on September 29. In interviews with The New York Times and CBS News, the 80-year-old actor described physical abuse by his father, a violent incident in a psychiatric ward, and a lack of affection from his parents. Stallone framed these traumatic experiences as the foundation for his 'unbreakable' will, which he credits for his success in writing and starring in 'Rocky' despite financial hardship. The memoir also touches on his steroid use and eating disorders, while a biopic titled 'I Play Rocky' is scheduled for release in November.

via Page Six|

#childhood-abuse #entertainment #memoir

entertainment3 months ago•17 min saved

Alexia Umansky backs Collin Gosselin ahead of revealing memoir

Collin Gosselin has public support from fellow reality star Alexia Umansky as he preps his bombshell memoir about his difficult upbringing with Jon and Kate Gosselin. Umansky posted about the book and encouraged him to move to LA, while the memoir, In the Shadow of Eight: Surviving the Reality of My Childhood, is set for an Oct. 13 release and is described as detailing the alleged struggles and abuse he faced within the famous Gosselin family.

via Page Six|

#alexia-umansky #childhood-abuse #collin-gosselin

neuroscience3 months ago•29 min saved

Timing of Childhood Trauma Shapes Distinct Brain Signatures in Adulthood

A study of 635 adults using fMRI found that the age at which abuse occurs matters for later emotion processing: abuse before age 13 is linked to heightened hippocampal activity during rapid, non-conscious emotion processing, while abuse in adolescence (13–18) is linked to heightened amygdala activity during conscious emotion processing. These patterns persisted across various mental health diagnoses and healthy controls, suggesting the timing of adversity leaves lasting neural marks and could guide targeted interventions, though retrospective reporting and cross-sectional design limit conclusions.

via PsyPost|

#amygdala #childhood-abuse #emotion-processing

entertainment5 months ago•17 min saved

Safechuck Urges Survivors: You’re Not Alone Amid Michael Biopic Buzz

James Safechuck released a video addressed to other childhood-abuse survivors, urging them that they’re not alone as the Michael biopic and its promotional push roll out. Distributed by his lawyer, the message emphasizes healing through truth-telling and acknowledges the pain of seeing abusers celebrated; Safechuck remains a plaintiff in a civil suit against Jackson’s estate, which has denied the allegations. A trial date is tentatively expected in 2027 as the film Michael breaks box-office records.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#biopic #childhood-abuse #entertainment

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Childhood Verbal Abuse Has Similar Long-Term Mental Health Effects as Physical Abuse

A recent study shows that verbal abuse in childhood can have as profound and lasting an impact on mental health as physical abuse, with both types of abuse increasing the risk of low well-being in adulthood. The research highlights a rise in verbal abuse and emphasizes the importance of awareness and mindful communication with children to promote better mental health outcomes.

via CNN|

#childhood-abuse #health #long-term-impact

entertainment2 years ago•0 min saved

"Earl Spencer Opens Up About Boarding School Abuse and Family Trauma"

Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, reveals in an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg the abuse he suffered as a child at boarding school, shedding light on the misery in his privileged childhood and emphasizing that their life of privilege did not shield them from hardship. The full interview will be available on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 09:00.

via BBC.com|

#bbc #childhood-abuse #earl-spencer

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Tyler Perry's 'Maxine's Baby': A Powerful Documentary on Love, Resilience, and Overcoming Adversity"

Filmmaker Tyler Perry's deep love for his mother, Willie Maxine Perry, is explored in the documentary "Maxine's Baby: The Tyler Perry Story." The film delves into Perry's childhood abuse, both mental and physical, and how he coped by creating a vivid imaginary world. Perry's mother served as his inspiration, and he dedicated his early movies to her, aiming to empower Black women. The documentary also reveals Perry's devastating loss when his mother passed away, leading him to struggle with heavy drinking. Despite the abuse he endured from his father, Perry chooses to forgive and let go of the past.

via USA TODAY|

#childhood-abuse #coping-mechanism #documentary

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Dele Alli's Brave Journey: From Addiction and Abuse to Healing and Hope

In a candid interview with Gary Neville, Tottenham Hotspur player Dele opens up about his struggles with addiction, childhood abuse, and mental illness. He reveals that he considered retiring from football and criticizes the editing of the "All or Nothing" documentary. Dele recently completed a rehabilitation program for addiction to sleeping medication and alcohol. He shares his experiences of being sexually abused as a child and credits his best friend's family for saving his life. Dele's story serves as a reminder of the reality of addiction, trauma, and suffering.

via Cartilage Free Captain|

#addiction-struggles #childhood-abuse #dele

mental-health3 years ago•3 min saved

The Lingering Effects of Childhood Abuse: Linking Memories to Adult Alexithymia

The memory and perception of childhood abuse and neglect have a greater impact on future mental health than the actual experiences, according to new research. Individuals who remembered maltreatment had more episodes of depression or anxiety, even with official records. This highlights the importance of memory perception in identifying potential mental health issues and providing early interventions. Clinicians can use patients' self-reported experiences to identify those at risk and offer support. The study emphasizes the need for a better understanding of how memories of abuse and neglect are maintained and exacerbated over time to develop effective interventions.

via SciTechDaily|

#childhood-abuse #early-interventions #memory-perception

entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

Jewel accuses mother of embezzling $100M from her career earnings.

Singer Jewel revealed that her mother and former manager, Lenedra, embezzled over $100 million from her throughout her musical career. The four-time Grammy nominee also opened up about her troubled childhood, including abuse from her father and feeling neglected by her mother. Jewel previously detailed her childhood in her 2016 memoir, "Never Broken."

via Page Six|

#childhood-abuse #embezzlement #entertainment

entertainment3 years ago•4 min saved

Jewel's mother accused of embezzling over $100M from the singer

Singer-songwriter Jewel revealed on a podcast that her mother, who was also her manager, embezzled over $100 million from her. Jewel also shared her experiences with childhood abuse and growing up in the music industry. She has since become an advocate for mental health awareness and created a non-profit to help better the mental health of youth. Jewel's tour bus caught fire in August 2022, but no one was hurt.

via Fox News|

#childhood-abuse #embezzlement #entertainment