Confronting the Abuser

     Holidays and family occasions such as birthdays, graduations, weddings and funerals often seem to "loom" or "hang over the head" of survivors of childhood sexual abuse.  Many occasions that are supposed to be joyful times or else mark milestones through life can be extremely stressful for us who are survivors.  These occasions expose us to the presence of our abusers or perpetrators and to other family members who may have failed to protect us.