— Are you a survivor of childhood trauma or abuse? It may sound odd, but many people who were victimized by their families don’t fully realize it until they are well into adulthood. Growing up in a home with addiction and abuse creates very distinct and predictable dynamics. The most basic of these is denial.…
Ronni Tichenor
About Ronni Tichenor
Ronni Tichenor has a PhD in sociology, specializing in family studies, from the University of Michigan. Jennie Weaver received her degree from the Vanderbilt School of Nursing and is a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience in family practice and mental health. Their new book, Healing Begins with Us: Breaking the Cycle of Trauma and Abuse and Rebuilding the Sibling Bond (Heart Wisdom LLC, April 5, 2022), shares their inspiring and hopeful story of healing from their painful upbringing. Learn more at ronnieandjennie.com.