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I am a firm believer that abuse leads to a lowered immune system, and that survivors are more prone to health challenges. A study found heightened inflammation in adults who had been victims of childhood trauma, and it’s this kind of inflammation that’s the baseline for illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, and … [Read more...] about One Reader’s Story: Abuse Survivor Lives Her Life with Passion and Purpose