Communal silence can be defined as the deliberate avoidance or refusal to acknowledge an issue or situation that is deemed uncomfortable or controversial within a specific community. In the context...
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: Unraveling the impact of silence on sexual abuse perpetrated under religious justification
Silence around sexual abuse in religious communities can have far-reaching consequences for victims, perpetrators, and entire faith communities. One of the most significant impacts is that it can...
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: Sexual abuse in religious communities: how silence can impact victims, perpetrators, and entire faith communities?
Shame is an emotion that involves feelings of humiliation, embarrassment, regret, and self-loathing caused by perceived flaws or shortcomings. It can be a powerful motivator for people to avoid...
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: Unpacking the role of shame in silence around abuse in religious education