Lisa Boaden - a story of strength & courage
About this episode
Lisa Boaden shares her traumatic childhood experiences of domestic violence and the lasting impact it has had on her life.
PLS NOTE: THIS PODCAST DISCUSSES EXTREME VIOLENCE & SUICIDE. THINK CAREFULLY IF THE TIME IS RIGHT FOR YOU TO LISTEN Lisa Boaden's childhood was marred by violence by her father who spent time in a mental health hospital. Her mother, like so many women from years gone by, stayed because she had no choice. Lisa is now 57 & can still recall distressing & disturbing incidents which from when she was 5yo. It reiterates the importance of protecting children from harm, both physical & psychological as much as we can because the repercussions can last a lifetime. Lisa shares some insights into the horrendous process of 'shock treatment' her father endured & which she was forced to watch. Domestic Violence was constant in her young life & she has spent a lifetime trying to make sense of it all. Support Services include ; BeyondBlue: 1300 224 636 DV Connect Women's Line: 1800 811 811 Lifeline: 131 114 1800 Respect National Helpline: 1800 737 732 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292 Casa (Centre Against Sexual Assault) 1800 806 292 If you have just been sexually assaulted - ring 000 Victims of Crime: 1800 819 817 Hosted on…
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