When Children Witness Abuse

On this episode, Lupe Moreno and her guest, Jessica Janniere, discuss the efffects of domestic abuse when witnessed by children. How it affects their lives as children and into their adult years. Jessica shares part of her life story, how witnessing abuse affected her, and how she turned that around to overcome her own adversity and now helps others overcome theirs.

Jessica is the author of "My Colored World" and the founder of Look Up and Beyond Inc. As a child abuse and rape survivor, Jessica is on a mission to help people to realize that negative past experiences do not equal a negative future regardless of the level of trauma they've faced.

Jessica is widely recognized as an expert in helping people (especially women and youth) overcome adversity. The New York State Assembly and Senate has recognized Jessica for raising awareness about, and improving the prevention of, suicide from individuals struggling with depression and emotional pain.

Her strategies have been so effective that she was awarded the prestigious "I Am Hope" Leadership Award, recognizing her ability to prevent human suffering. She has also been awarded the "Hope and Appreciation" Award by Opportunities and Change for helping women with mental health challenges. The New York City Council called Jessica a "Woman Who Makes a Difference."

Jessica has spoken to audiences ranging from 3 to 3,000 people. Jessica's work has been featured in numerous media outlets including the inspirational international magazine, Hope For Women. She has also been invited to appear as a guest expert on a variety of television shows to discuss overcoming past trauma. If you would like Jessica to speak at one of your events, you can contact her at http://jessicajanniere.com.