MyLife Ep. 386: Abuse, Betrayal and Protecting Our Children - Addressing the Recent Horrific Scandal

Rabbi Simon Jacobson addresses one of the most critical issues of our time: Sexual abuse. How to deal with the deep wounds, including the breach of trust and betrayal resulting from being violated, especially at the hands of a trusted leader and authority.

The catalyst for this presentation is the recent suicide of a disgraced author of fame, Chaim Walder, accused of serial abuse, and all its serious implications. He will be answering the many difficult questions we are struggling with in the wake of this scandal.

Topics Discussed:
Torah Perspective on Such a Travesty 14:34
Intervention and Reporting Abuse 59:00
Community Response 01:05:15
Speaking with Children 01:16:46
His Books 01:27:45
Closure 01:36:20
Lessons Learned and Looking Ahead 01:44:48

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