Blogs
Here is a series of blogs created by Xenia Schembri offering great support and advice on a range of trauma related topics. Feel free to comment and share with others.
 "Responses When Children Raise Concern")
When children speak up about something that worries or upsets them, the way adults respond can make all the difference. Children often look to adults to help them understand and navigate difficult situations, and their courage in sharing should ne...
 "AI, Child Abuse Images, and the Legal Gap")
Recently, an IT specialist working in a school was caught with 54 AI-generated child abuse images on his computer. These weren’t random images, each was produced from his own written descriptions of pre-teen children in sexualised scenarios. The...
 "Spotting the Early Signs of Coercive Control")
When we think of abuse in relationships, many people picture physical violence. But not all harm is visible. Coercive control is a form of emotional and psychological abuse that slowly strips away a person’s independence, self-esteem and sense o...
 "Gaming Isn’t Always Safe")
In an increasingly digital world, our children are spending more and more time online, especially in spaces like gaming platforms where they can interact, play and explore. While these platforms can offer fun and creativity, they can also be a gat...
 "The Fight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn Response")
When we face stress or perceived danger, our bodies respond instinctively through what is commonly known as the fight, flight, freeze or fawn response. These are automatic survival mechanisms driven by the nervous system, designed to protect us fr...
 "The Importance of Forgiveness")
Forgiveness is a topic that many struggle with, especially those who have experienced deep trauma. Here at At The Ark, we often talk about forgiveness in our trauma recovery courses, seminars, and counselling sessions because it is a crucial part ...
 "Teaching Consent from the Ground Up")
As parents and caregivers, one of the most powerful things we can do is teach our children about consent, not just in the context of relationships when they’re older, but right now, in everyday life. One simple but powerful phrase to start with ...
 "Keeping Kids Safe: A Community Effort")
When it comes to protecting children, it’s easy to think of safety as just a parent’s responsibility. But in reality, child safety is something we all need to be part of parents, caregivers, teachers, and the entire community. Here at At The A...
 "Keeping Your Children Safe Online")
In today’s digital age, children are more connected than ever. While the internet offers countless educational opportunities and entertainment options, it also presents various risks. As parents and guardians, it’s crucial to equip ourselves w...
