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Ritual Abuse, Ritual Crime
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Child Abuse and Related Issues: Public Awareness

Breaking Silence
Celebrates survivors who are finding the courage to "break silence" and regain their lives. Personal stories told by survivors and their families, woven with telling drawings by abused children, give viewers a realistic understanding of how incest colors the lives of victims and destroys trust and bonding in the family. New Day Films, 22-D Hollywood Avenue, Hohokus, NJ 07423. (201) 652-6590. 58 minutes. Sale: $250.00, Rent: $75.00.

Child Abuse
This program deals with the delicate subject of sexually and physically abused children. A therapist describes the common characteristics of offenders, and a clinical social worker discusses the effects of child abuse on the child, explaining how children re-create what has happened to them. Films For the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 19 minutes. Sale: $89.95.

Child at Risk
Written and produced by Dan Grothaus under the auspices of WUHT, Houston Television, this report explores and exposes the psychic roots of pedophilia, an adult sexual aberration involving the abuse and exploitation of children. Child Welfare League of America, 440 First Street NW, Suite 310, Washington, DC 20001-2085. (908) 225-1900. 60 minutes. Sale: $50.00.

Child Sexual Abuse: Both Sides of the Coin
Two sex offenders disclose their painful experiences of victimization when they were children. Childhood pictures are displayed to remind viewers that the men being interviewed were once child victims. This video underscores the link between childhood abuse and adult perpetrators. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 47 minutes. Sale: $149.95.

Childhood Lost
Childhood Lost looks at the devastating effects of physical, sexual and emotional child abuse. Survivors and abusers tell their personal stories and efforts to heal themselves, and counselors examine the growing awareness of child abuse and its effect on child and adult survivors. Intermedia, Inc., 1300 Dexter Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109. 1-800-553-8336. 26 minutes. Sale: $198.00.

Childhood Physical Abuse
This program covers the range of problems in the area of physical abuse of children: the kinds of adults likely to abuse their children, signs of abuse, effects on the children, ways in which abuse should be dealt with, how abusive parents can break the c ycle of their behavior, what happens to the children when the law steps in, and whether and how abuse can be prevented. Films For the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 26 minutes. Sale: $149.00, Rental: $75.0 0.

Childhood Sexual Abuse
Psychiatrists, social workers, and law enforcement officials explain how the pattern of father-daughter incest is often spread throughout the family, why children can be manipulated into silent acceptance of abuse, the signs of sexual abuse and how and to whom they should be reported, the reliability of children as witnesses, the teaching of prevention skills to children, and under what circumstances treatment of sex offenders can be effective. Films For the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 26 minutes. Sale: $149.00, Rental: $75.00.

A Crime Never Forgotten
In the case documented in this program, an FBI agent and nationally recognized expert in child abuse is accused by four of his adult daughters of molesting them as children. Because their father refused their request for financial help in dealing with the results of that abuse, two of the daughters filed a precedent-setting lawsuit against him. In this edition of ABC's 20/20, reporter Bob Brown explores the implications of pursuing legal action af ter the statute of limitations has expired. Coronet/MTI Film & Video, 108 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015. 1-800-777-8100. 23 minutes. Sale: $250.00, Rental: $75.00.

Cults: Saying No Under Pressure
Developed with the International Cult Education Program, this video describes the deception, psychological manipulation and mind-control techniques used in cult recruitment and illustrates how young people can resist overtures. Includes discussion guide. The Bureau for At-Risk Youth, 645 New York Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743. 1-800-YOUTH or (516) 673-4584. 30 minutes. Sale: $74.95.

False Prophets of the False Memory Syndrome
This 15-minute videotape takes a look at some of the people behind the False Memory Syndrome movement. Available from Nancy Steck, 16 Kingwood Villas, Kingwood, TX 77339. 15 minutes. Sale: $10.00 postage paid.

Four Men Speak Out on Surviving Child Sexual Abuse
Each of the men in Four Men Speak Out shares his own story. Collectively, they are survivors of violent, isolated assaults as well as lengthy molestations. Recognizing that recovery brings "confusion, pain and relief," these four men share what has been meaningful in their own recovery process. Suitable for public awareness programs, survivor groups, and professional training. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 28 minutes. Sale: $99.95.

Healing Sexual Abuse: The Recovery Process
This program, hosted by Dr. Eliana Gil, features expert insights from Dan Sexton, Director of Childhelp U.S.A., and Ellen Bass, co-author of The Courage to Heal. Recommended for incest survivor, rape and child abuse support groups, individual and family counseling, and high school and college guidance. A resource guide i s included. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 60 minutes. Sale: $40.00.

The Hope of Recovery:
A Message of Hope and Encouragement for Multiple Personality Clients and Those Who Treat Them

This video provides those with MPD hope for recovery by presenting three panelists who are multiples and have succeeded in their treatment. Two of the main topics discussed are length of treatment and whether or not integration is necessary. A useful tool for individual and group therapy session. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 59 minutes. Sale: $59.95. (If you are an MPD client please call for special pricing.)

The Horrible Secret
This drama concerns the true story of a young girl who hid the secret of sexual molestation from her family and friends. When she learns that her perpetrator has molested other children, she testifies in court to prevent him from hurting other children. The Horrible Secret demonstrates the necessity for parents to be alert to behavioral changes in their children. Appropriate for parents, educators and older children. Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Inc., Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543. 30 minutes. Sale: $149.00.

Incest: Remember & Tell
This multimedia theater performance by Wendy Hoffman is designed to evoke memories in repressed incest survivors and sensitize professionals and the general public to child abuse issues. The purpose of the video is to give people permission to talk about the abuse and facilitate open audience discussion. Prior to viewing, the audience should be informed that difficult material will be presented. Varied Directions, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 45 minutes. Sale: $79.95.

Kid Shields
Introduces viewers to the front-line role of social workers in the fight to protect children from abuse and neglect. Underpaid, understaffed, and overworked, they demonstrate daily that, given the necessary time and resources, it is possible to help put t roubled families back together. Fanlight Productions, 47 Halifax Street, Boston, MA 02130. 1-800-937-4113. 28 minutes. Sale: $145.00.

Listen to Me: Child Abuse
This dramatization gives a clear definition of child abuse and demonstrates when parents have crossed the line. The focus is on parents' inability to control anger and handle stress appropriately. Educators may benefit from viewing this video in realizing that they can play a more active role in child abuse detection and intervention. Coronet/MTI Film and Video, 108 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015. 17 minutes. Sale: $350.00.

Multiple Personality: Putting Many Faces on Child Abuse
Basic information about MPD is discussed by Dr. Margo Rivera and is intercut with interviews with four survivors. This video is an ideal tool for public education. Sidran Foundation, 2328 West Joppa Road, Suite 15, Lutherville, MD 21093. (410) 825-8888. 5 5 minutes. Sale: $60.00.

Multiple Personalities: A Search for Deadly Memories
This video unflinchingly illustrates the terrible effects of childhood abuse. Without exploiting the courageous participants, the film attempts to help the public understand the complex lives of people with MPD. For both those familiar and unfamiliar with dissociative disorders, this is an important contribution to the "literature" of trauma. Sidran Foundation, 2328 West Joppa Road, Suite 15, Lutherville, MD 21093. (410) 825-8888. 60 minutes. Sale: $99.95.

No More Secrets
This program discusses the long-term damage that results from childhood sexual abuse, offers the stories of sexually abused children and of adults who were abused as children, follows the trial of an adult accused of abusing eight girls, and shows how children can be encouraged to share their secret with those who can help put an end to the abuse. Films For the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 24 minutes. Sale: $149, R ental: $75.00.

No One Saved Dennis
Dennis was placed for adoption in the home of a child abuser and her acquiescent husband among family members, social workers, and health professionals who were unwilling to make the first accusation. Thus his death was treated as accidental, and it was 20 years before the child's birth mother discovered information that led to the trial and conviction of the adoptive mother. A segment of 60 Minutes, with Diane Sawyer. Films For the Humanities & Sciences , P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 14 minutes. Sale: $49.95.

Partners in Healing: Couples Overcoming the Sexual Repercussions of Incest
This program is presented by Wendy Maltz, M.S.W., to help incest survivors and their therapists learn how incest affects sexuality, how partners can be included and involved in treatment, how both partners are affected by the intimacy problems that result from incest, and how they can work together to become true partners in healing.Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 43 minutes. Sale: $79.95.

Pedophiles
In frank interviews, pedophiles describe their inability to stop re-offending, and the ease with which they manipulate the so-called safeguards to gain access to children. The program examines some radical responses to recidivism, which include informing the public when a convicted offender is released into the neighborhood, and locking serial offenders up for life. Films For the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 52 minutes. Sale: $149.00, Rental: $75.00.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
The term "post-traumatic stress disorder" (PTSD) was originally used to describe the symptoms of Vietnam veterans suffering from depression and rage. But anyone who has had a deeply traumatic experience can develop PTSD, and treatment techniques developed for Vietnam veterans are now being used with other patients. Includes interviews with a Vietnam veteran, incest survivor, and survivors of the San Francisco earthquake. Films for the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800- 257-5126. 28 minutes. Sale: $149.00, Rental: $75.00.

A Secret Between Us
This documentary contains five interviews with survivors of childhood sexual molestation. Originally produced for Cable Public Access TV, It is about recognizing childhood sexual abuse and recovery. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 60 minutes. Sale: $29.95.

Selecting Day Care For Your Child
Covers all the bases: child readiness, types of available day care options, importance of care provider training, indoor/outdoor safety, child-to-staff policies, child health issues, and more. Also includes a seven-minute segment for parents to understand and avoid possibilities of child abuse. Child Welfare League of America, 440 First Street, NW, Suite 310, Washington, DC 20001-2085. (202) 638-2952. 70 minutes. Sale: $59.95.

Sexual Abuse By Teachers
This specially adapted Phil Donahue program tells the story of an eighth-grade teacher who lured students out of his classroom and into his bedroom. Although this story may be more lurid than most, sexual abuse of students by their teachers is far from uncommon. Films For the Humanities & Sciences, P.O. Box 2053, Princeton, NJ 08543-2053. 1-800-257-5126. 28 minutes. Sale: $89.95.

Somebody Told
This video details steps to protect organizations as well as children from the consequences of child abuse. The beginning vignette focuses on a "false" allegation made by an athlete against her coach. The portrayal reveals how easily the public may be swayed to believe in the innocence of a guilty perpetrator. Legal issues, liability and related problems are presented. Videonet, P.O. Box 70525, 201 N.W. 36th Street, Seattle, WA 98107. (206) 632-2378. 23 minutes. S ale: $79.00.

Stories No One Wants to Hear
This program breaks new ground by disclosing a type of incest not often discussed --- mother-daughter incest. Four women's stories are interwoven in a compelling and ultimately optimistic journey. Interview segments are combined with layered images and mu sic which create an impression of subconscious memory, dream and trauma. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 27 minutes. Sale: $79.95.

A Story of Hope
Presents a speech given by Marilyn Van Derbur Atler two weeks after she disclosed publicly in 1991 her personal story of child sexual abuse. Throughout the video, Van Derbur Atler refers to doing the work of recovery, the setbacks and difficulties, and ultimately, the triumph that came with recovery. Sidran Foundation, 2328 West Joppa Road, Suite 15, Lutherville, MD 21093. (410) 825-8888. 60 minutes. Sale: $26.95.

Suffering in Silence: Sexual Assault Survivors
This powerful video was developed to create awareness of sexual violence in its many forms. Offers insights through the stories of five very different victims. Intended for rape crisis centers, law enforcement agencies, human service professionals as well as high school and college students and community awareness. Kidsrights, 10100 Park Cedar Drive, Charlotte, NC 28210. 1-800-892-KIDS or (704) 541-0100. 22 minutes. Sale: $149.00.

Terrible Things My Mother Told Me
This program depicts the suffering that verbal abuse can cause and illustrates how this kind of abuse is passed from one generation to the next. Viewers will get a startling and realistic look at how Julia is abused by her mother, who frequently says things like "I wish you were never born." This program emphasizes that even "nice" people can abuse their children and reveals the importance of counseling as a means for ending this destructive cycle. Coronet/MTI Film & Video, 108 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, IL 60015. 1-800-777-8100. 31 minutes. Sale: $250.00, Rental: $75.00.

To a Safer Place
Award winning program is excellent for recovery programs and survivor groups. Moving documentary about Shirley, a woman who was sexually abused by her father from infancy to early adolescence. This video can be the cathartic experience that helps survivo rs begin to rebuild and resume their lives. Kidsrights, 10100 Park Cedar Drive, Charlotte, NC 28210. 1-800-892-KIDS or (704) 541-0100. 58 minutes. Sale: $195.00.

True/Not True: When Memories Can Be Trusted
Designed primarily for trauma survivors and their families and friends, this video utilizes highlights from two professional training videotapes by Cavalcade Productions, Inc. to give viewers an authentic perspective on traumatic memory formation and retrieval. Clinicians will save much valuable session time by supplying this program to their clients. Cavalcade Productions, Inc., 7360 Potter Valley Road, Ukiah, CA 95482. 1-800-345-5530; (707) 743-1168 (California). 30 minutes. Sale: $39.50.

Understanding Self Injury: A Guide for Trauma Survivors
Condensed from two professional training videos by Cavalcade Productions, Inc., this program will help clients see their behavior as an adaptive response to the overwhelming pain they carry with them. At the same time, it provides hopeful signposts for am eliorating and terminating harmful behaviors. Cavalcade Productions, Inc., 7360 Potter Valley Road, Ukiah, CA 95482. 1-800-345-5530; (707) 743-1168 (California). 30 minutes. Sale: $39.50.

Why, God --- Why Me?
Dramatizes the true life account of a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. For professional counselors and survivors, Why, God --- Why Me? offers a common ground for discussion and understanding. For general audiences --- mature high school student s, college students and community groups -- the program is a valuable introduction to the realities of child sexual abuse. Varied Directions International, 69 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843. 1-800-888-5236. 24 minutes. Sale: $99.95.

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