Priyadarshani (Priya) Loess, Ph.D. As a fan of The Great British Baking Show, there was a moment in season one that stood out to me where one of the bakers tossed their baked Alaska in the garbage because the ice cream melted. By way of background, the premise of the show is that amateur bakers are selected to compete … Read more
Being sexually assaulted can make a person feel ashamed, disgusted, fearful, confused, and/or horrified, among many emotions. It can disrupt a person’s sense of self and ability to trust. These are normal reactions to an abnormal (and horrific) experience. You do not have to go through recovery alone, however. It’s common to be confused about … Read more
While it is common knowledge that sexual assault can be traumatizing, many people do not fully understand the profound effects it has on a survivor. As a society, we do not always discuss the immediate and long-term impact on the brain and body, but it’s important for both survivors and the people who support them … Read more
If your friend called you and told you that they had a bad day at work, would you scold them? Would you berate them for making mistakes? Or would you let them know that it’s okay and everyone makes mistakes? On the contrary, instead of criticizing them for screwing up, you would probably reassure them … Read more
