Tarra Bates-Duford Examines the Impact of Childhood Sexual Abuse on the Limbic System
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In this session, Tarra Bates-Duford examines the profound impact of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) on the limbic system, emphasising its role in regulating trust, attachment, and impulse control. CSA disrupts brain development, leading to paranoia, risk-taking, and impaired consequential thinking. Survivors may exhibit thrill-seeking behaviours, substance abuse, and cognitive distortions. Bates-Duford shares compelling cases, including individuals grappling with impulse control and emotional regulation. She highlights the complexity of managing holidays and triggers, noting the brain’s persistent influence despite physical limitations. Trauma-informed therapy must consider historical and present-day effects, tailoring strategies to address emotional dysregulation, attachment issues, and survival behaviours.
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