{"product_id":"2940044998810","title":"Spirit Unbroken: My journey of hope, survival, and beating the odds of Child Abuse","description":"\u003cp\u003eMy own (his)story, as \"Patricia,\" is candidly told to both enlighten and alert. Although graphic, it does not sensationalize on purpose; that is not the intent of this book. Childhood Abuse is a disease that our society can cure and prevent. It is the World's dark secret. It knows no boundaries within individual countries, Racial, Economic, or Social groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are no clear- cut definitions as to what is and isn’t abuse. If the action is harmful to the child, it is unhealthy and therefore abusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a disease that does not call for extensive scientific research looking for a cure, such as Cancer, Diabetes etc. Rather, it is a disease that elicits recognition and commitment on the part of all responsible adolescents and adults. Early recognition, acknowledgement, and subsequent intervention are necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, the abused, as well as the abuser, need rehabilitation after that point or the cycle perpetuates itself and the statistics remain a constant. Once the abuse stops…it is far from over, as the startling statistics indicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe consequences of Childhood Abuse affect the quality of life for everyone in their country, not just its survivors. Its effects are far-reaching and negative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy spirit and attitude are the exception for those that are abuse survivors. The overwhelming majority of its victims are not nearly so fortunate as myself. Amazingly, I have beaten all the odds and it is hoped that others will benefit from my methods and journey as well. Let the healing begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSue Brown\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sue Brown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47077914968304,"sku":"2940044998810","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940044998810_p0.jpg?v=1763968171","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940044998810","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}