Understanding and Healing Sexually Betrayed Boys and Men

In this episode, Dr. Richard Gartner, nationally recognized expert in male sexual abuse draws upon his many books including his two new edited books, Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys and Men:The Trauma of Sexual Abuse AND Healing Sexually Betrayed Men and Boys: Treatment for Sexual Abuse, Assault, and Trauma (in press) to invite understanding and healing of sexually betrayed man and boys. He defines sexual betrayal and abuse and identifies the myths of male sexual abuse. He makes sense of the silence and reasons some boys and men can’t remember and discusses the impact when the abuser is a parent, clergy or revered person. He discusses what brings men to treatment and lists celebrities, athletes, and politicians who have disclosed their sexual abuse and moved forward with life. He invites boys and men to realize that they are not alone- It was never their fault and treatment resources like MaleSurvivor.org are available. His shared experience is a gift to listeners.