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The award-winning One in Ten podcast, now in its eighth season, is powered and produced by National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This social science podcast was first launched on May 2, 2019, after our host, NCA CEO, and podcast enthusiast Teresa Huizar, couldn’t find any shows that were directly linked to child abuse and the latest science surrounding the issue. Teresa wanted to create a go-to resource for child abuse professionals, giving them access to the brightest minds dealing with the problem of child abuse. You’re invited to listen to our podcast and get the latest science and overall insights on keeping children safe and helping them heal.

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S8 · E22
Thursday · 42 min
Building Lifelong Resilience
What does it really mean to be resilient? Is resilience something we're born with, or can we develop it throughout our lives? And how can survivors of childhood trauma move beyond recovery to build meaningful, fulfilling lives? In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar welcomes renowned resilience researcher Dr. Sherry Hamby, author of Stronger Than You Think, to explore what current science reveals about overcoming adversity and thriving. Hamby challenges common misconceptions about resilience, including the belief that it comes from emotional toughness, grit, or the idea that "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger." Research shows that greater exposure to trauma increases the risk of psychological and physical health problems, but positive experiences, supportive relationships, and personal strengths can help counterbalance adversity. Time Stamps: Time Topic 00:00 Welcome And Guest Intro 01:31 Why Write This Book 03:19 Resilience Myths And Toughness 06:56 Dose Response And Hope 09:17 Becoming Resilient 10:11 Resilience Portfolio Framework 13:50 Meaning Making And Purpose 24:41 Relationships And Social Support 30:30 Nature And Physical Environment 37:08 Using The Book In Practice 40:23 Closing And How To Support Resources: Stronger Than You Think by Sherry Hamby, PhD: 9780593512777 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E21
October 29 · 39 min
What Do We Really Know About Trauma and Substance Use?
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with clinical psychologist and researcher Dr. Nick Morelli about the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and substance use in young adulthood. Drawing on data from LongSCAN, a 30-year longitudinal study of child abuse and neglect, Morrelli describes four distinct patterns of substance use identified among young adults at age 24: abstainers, smokers, depressant users, and poly users. Time Stamps: 00:00 Trauma and Substance Use 01:13 Nick’s Research Journey 01:45 LongSCAN and Study Goals 03:05 How Latent Class Works 04:09 Abstainers and Resilience 07:15 Three Higher Risk Profiles 08:51 ACEs Predicting Use Patterns 14:07 Smoking and Social Context 17:42 Depressants and Emotional Abuse 23:50 Poly Use and Partner Violence 29:25 Implications for Practice 32:31 Screening Early and Often 36:08 What’s Next for Nick 37:58 Closing Thoughts on Resilience 39:12 Wrap Up And Call To Action Resources: Latent Classes of Substance Use in Young Adult Survivors of Child Maltreatment and Adversity: A 20-Year Prospective Investigation - Nicholas M. Morelli, Benjamín Aceves, Emily A. Schmied, Kajung Hong, Michaela Gusman, Theresa Ngan Nguyen, Howard Dubowitz, Miguel T. Villodas, 2026 Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E20
October 15 · 43 min
Why Children Recant Abuse
In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Zsófia Szojka of the University of Greenwich about why children recant abuse disclosures, drawing on research using over 1,400 real forensic interview transcripts and a sample of 53 children who recanted. Szojka explains how recantation complicates child protection and legal responses and reviews prior findings that recantation is more likely in intrafamilial cases, with unsupportive caregivers, and among younger children. The discussion highlights interviewing implications, emphasizing open, contextual questions and better caregiver and child support after disclosure. Special thanks to Breanne Wylie, Agnieszka Nogalska, Annabel Reay and Tom Lyon. Time Stamps: 00:00 Episode Introduction 01:24 Meet Dr Szojka 01:31 Why Study Recantation 02:56 What Research Shows 05:06 Kids Explain Recanting 06:33 Influences Versus Pressures 07:50 Suspect Related Influences 10:45 Family Fallout And Guilt 15:58 Subtle Coaching Dynamics 21:39 Why Pressures Seem Low 27:31 Surprises And Future Questions 33:28 Implications For Professionals 36:52 Mental Health And Support 38:36 Next Research Steps 40:55 Wrap Up And Call To Action Resources: Recanting Children’s Descriptions of Influences and Pressures to Recant Intrafamilial Child Sexual Abuse - Zsofia A. Szojka, Breanne E. Wylie, Agnieszka M. Nogalska, Annabel Reay, Thomas D. Lyon, 2026 Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E19
October 1 · 40 min
Can Paid Family Leave Prevent Abuse?
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Lindsey Bullinger of Georgia Tech about research linking paid family leave (PFL) to reduced infant child maltreatment. Bullinger explains why infancy is a critical period; infants have the highest maltreatment rates and PFL typically provides 6-12 weeks of paid bonding time plus income support. Using nationwide data (2004-2020, excluding COVID-related reporting drops) and early state programs such as California (2004) and New Jersey (2009), the study finds PFL adoption is associated with lower infant maltreatment reports and substantiations across neglect and physical abuse, with notable reductions reported by social services and medical providers. Time Topic 00:00 Can Leave Prevent Abuse 01:21 Why Study Maltreatment 02:43 Why Infancy Matters 04:52 Infant Risk Factors 06:39 US Leave Policy Landscape 10:43 Why Employers Don’t Offer 16:28 Known Benefits For Babies 18:26 Study Design And Data 20:55 Key Findings On Reports 23:05 Mechanisms And Removals 26:15 Policy Impact And Messaging 32:56 Next Research On Cash 37:15 Final Takeaways And Wrap Resources More than Snuggles: The Effect of Paid Family Leave on Infant Maltreatment - Lindsey Rose Bullinger, Kerri M. Raissian, Bart Klika, Melissa Merrick, Eric Thibodeau, 2026 Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E18
September 17 · 37 min
Trey's Law: Putting a Stop to Victim NDAs
In this episode of 'One in Ten,' Host Teresa Huizar interviews Elizabeth Phillips of the Phillips Foundation about Trey’s Law, inspired by Phillips’ late brother Trey. Trey was groomed and abused at Kanakuk Kamp, and as a result of a later civil settlement, was silenced by a Non-Disclosure Agreement before dying by suicide at 28. Phillips explains how NDAs (often called confidentiality or non-disparagement clauses) have become standard in civil settlements, sometimes signed by parents or unaware survivors, and used by institutions and insurers to protect reputations and limit liability. However, this sometimes impedes healing and further disclosure for the victim. She describes state-level success passing versions of Trey’s Law in seven states and urges support for the federal bill (Senate Bill 3966), introduced by Senators Ted Cruz and Kirsten Gillibrand, which passed the Senate unanimously and awaits House action. This law will federally void and make unenforceable NDAs related to child sexual abuse and trafficking. Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Why Victim NDAs Matter 01:34 Kanakuk Scandal Origins 02:57 Trey Story And NDA Harm 05:15 How NDAs Become Standard 07:59 Incentives And Legal Gaps 12:47 Trauma In Civil Litigation 14:11 State Wins And Strategy 18:13 Federal Push And Retroactivity 22:42 September House Vote Plan 25:09 Healing When Truth Is Free 29:55 Where To Learn And Act 33:57 Know Your Rights Wrap Up 36:35 Closing Thanks And Outro Resources: Trey's Law ~ End Silence. Expose Abusers. Protect Children. Save Lives. Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E17
September 3 · 31 min
Don't Tell Anyone: How Grooming Delays Disclosure
In this episode of 'One in Ten,' Host Teresa Huizar interviews McGill University doctoral candidate Kayla Schick about grooming and how post-abuse maintenance tactics contribute to delayed disclosure and longer abuse duration. Schick explains delayed disclosure as common in child sexual abuse and describes offender tactics that discourage reporting, including secrecy demands, threats, guilt, victim blaming, and confusion about whether abuse occurred. They discuss implications for prevention, caregiver education, grooming-specific training, interviewing about concealment, online versus in-person detection, and reframing delayed disclosure in courts as a grooming impact rather than a credibility flaw. Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Episode Setup 01:25 Kayla Research Journey 02:31 Delayed Disclosure Basics 03:33 Tactics That Silence 05:08 Six Phases of Grooming 08:55 Study Questions 10:17 Key Finding Concealment 13:32 Online vs In Person 14:54 Prevention Talking Secrets 22:09 Next Steps for Field 24:55 Courtroom Implications 30:23 Wrap Up and Resources Resources Predictors of Abuse Duration in In-Person Child Sexual Grooming Cases - Kayla D. Schick, Kaila C. Bruer, Katie A. Berens, Angela D. Evans, Heather L. Price, 2026 Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E16
August 13 · 41 min
Online Abuse: The Offender in Your Pocket
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar interviews psychotherapist and researcher Anette Birgersson about multidisciplinary professionals’ perspectives on online child sexual abuse, including why prevalence is hard to measure due to research barriers with younger children, normalization, and underreporting driven by shame and guilt. They discuss how many cases are discovered through police investigations rather than child disclosure, creating varied reactions and challenges for forensic interviewers and families. Birgersson describes online abuse as an ongoing trauma because images may continue to spread and offenders can reengage, requiring adaptations to TF-CBT such as early psychoeducation, safety planning, and ongoing family communication. Professionals report caregivers often learn via a police call and may react in shock, needing crisis support and normalization. Birgersson highlights system gaps in Sweden where cases often bypass Barnahus, limiting coordinated support, medical involvement, and resources despite severe consequences. Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Episode Setup 01:25 Anette Background 02:46 Why Prevalence Varies 04:51 Discovered Not Disclosed 08:48 Study Questions 11:20 Complicity and Self-Blame 15:09 Ongoing Trauma Online 17:27 Adapting TF-CBT 20:19 Caregiver Shock and Support 25:06 Loneliness and Risk Factors 28:20 Engaging Caregivers in Treatment 32:13 Why Barnahus Matters 38:11 Closing Takeaways 40:50 Wrap Up and Next Episodes Resources: Support, snacks, and a tailored approach to empower recovery: professionals’ insights on supporting children victimized by online child sexual abuse - PMC Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E15
July 23 · 46 min
Treatment vs. Punishment of Teens with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Jamie Yoder of Colorado State University about how adversity and trauma increase risk for teens’ problematic sexual behaviors and how trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) can be leveraged to expand treatment resources and reduce punitive responses. Yoder describes her clinical background with justice-involved youth and emphasizes that trauma is a major, though not causal, risk factor linked through intermediaries like attachment disruptions, executive functioning impacts, and trauma symptoms. They discuss why trauma has been poorly integrated into PSB interventions due to adult-like assumptions and punishment-oriented systems, then review Yoder’s pilot testing TF-CBT across community and residential/justice settings, highlighting feasibility, the need for agency buy-in and readiness, and the role of caregiver involvement. The conversation underscores caregiver shame, clinician bias and support needs, and calls for trauma-informed, rehabilitative approaches and broader systems change. Time Stamps: 00:00 Episode Overview 01:58 Jamie’s Path to PSB Work 05:35 How Trauma Raises Risk 09:10 Why Trauma Was Ignored 13:53 Testing TF-CBT in Settings 18:34 Caregivers and Engagement 22:48 Study Results and Meaning 26:06 Shame as Treatment Target 31:51 Clinician Bias and Support 35:53 Trauma Informed Treatment Plans 40:14 Recommendations and Systems Change 45:33 Closing and Resources Resources: Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adolescents with Problem Sexual Behaviors: Feasibility and Acceptability for Alleviating Traumatic Stress, Regulation Problems, and Sexual Behavior Problems | Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma | Springer Nature Link Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E14
July 9 · 24 min
How CSAM Fuels Ongoing Abuse
Content Warning: Graphic descriptions of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) file names. In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Ted Cross of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign about how child sexual abuse material (CSAM) reflects and perpetuates ongoing abuse. Cross explains why CSAM replaces “child pornography,” emphasizing that its creation requires contact abuse and its dissemination retraumatizes victims for years. To study CSAM without viewing traumatic content or violating privacy, his team partnered with the Child Rescue Coalition and analyzed nearly 3,000 highly descriptive filenames as a proxy for content. Findings included a predominance of videos, victims across all ages (including infants), a large share depicting ages 5–12, and common incest/familial cases (over 40%) that tended to involve more severe abuse. Filenames referencing children of color were more likely to include penetration. Cross urges CACs and MDTs to investigate possible online abuse in contact cases, secure devices, and strengthen partnerships with state ICAC task forces. Time Stamps Time Topic 00:00 Episode Introduction 01:26 Meet Dr Ted Cross 02:48 What CSAM Means 04:10 Who Produces CSAM 05:30 Ethical Study Design 06:50 Filenames As Proxy Data 10:08 Victim Demographics 11:50 Incest And Severity 12:52 Penetration And Harm 14:27 Practice Implications 16:19 Trauma And Disclosure 18:25 Policy And Prevention 19:34 Future Research Directions 22:25 Final Takeaways 23:52 Closing And Resources Resources Child Rescue Coalition Characteristics of Child Sexual Abuse Material in Peer-to-Peer Networks and Predictors of its Severity: Insights From Filenames - Theodore P. Cross, Elizabeth M. Cross, Camille Cooper, Daphne Pellegrino, Glen Pounder, Stefan Turkheimer, Simon Bailey, 2025 Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E13
June 25 · 34 min
What Survivors Tell Us About the Spiritual Harm of Abuse
Teresa Huizar interviews Victor Vieth about the spiritual harm child sexual abuse can cause and how child abuse professionals and Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) can respond. Vieth describes how offenders may use religion to groom or silence children, and how faith-community reactions can deepen harm, recalling a 12-year-old asking if “God is against me.” The discussion defines spirituality versus religiosity, highlights children’s spiritual questions arising in forensic interviews and therapy, and notes research linking high spiritual distress (feeling abandoned by God) with greater trauma and suicidal thoughts. Vieth explains barriers to addressing the topic (discomfort discussing religion, negative associations, lack of training) and cites research showing 82% of mental health providers were not fluent in this literature. He outlines options such as chaplaincy and training (Keeping Faith), emphasizes consent-based, ecumenical spiritual care, and previews a forthcoming interactive spiritual care toolkit with models and resources. Time Stamps Time Topic 00:00 Spiritual Harm Overview 01:59 Victor’s Wake Up Call 03:22 Why Research Is Rising 08:32 Defining Spiritual Harm 13:17 Trauma Informed Responses 16:21 Toolkit And Care Models 19:00 What Chaplains Do 23:33 Stories Of Spiritual Support 26:46 Programs That Get It Right 31:19 Research Next Steps 34:00 Closing And Where To Learn Resources Spiritual care in Children’s Advocacy Centers: results of a survey of CAC directors - ScienceDirect Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E12
June 11 · 44 min
Kids Are the Experts: Youth Perspectives on Healing After Abuse
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Kristi Westphaln (UCLA School of Nursing) about integrating children’s voices into Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) outcome measurement and understanding what healing after abuse means to youth. Westphaln describes her work with the Canopy CAC and a scoping review showing CAC literature emphasizes programmatic measures (forensic interviews, prosecution) more than child perspectives, and how this aligned with the National Children’s Alliance Youth Feedback Survey pilot. Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Kids Are The Experts 01:14 Kristi’s CAC Journey 04:19 Why Youth Voices Matter 08:03 Youth Survey Primer 09:07 Three Healing Questions 12:14 Who Joined The Study 17:20 What Healing Means 21:33 Talking And Support 24:35 Pets Faith Justice 31:12 What CACs Can Do 37:14 Trauma Without The Word 39:44 Key Takeaways And Thanks 43:36 Closing And Where To Listen Resources: Talk with me about it: Child and youth perspectives on healing after child abuse - ScienceDirect Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E11
May 28 · 44 min
Broken Trust: Exploited Youth and Healthcare Access
Host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Amy Farrell of Northeastern University about a multi-institution study on the physical and mental health needs of commercially sexually exploited youth and their interactions with healthcare systems. The research used a national survey recruited through service agencies and Instagram screening, plus qualitative interviews with adults exploited as minors, examining health before, during, and after exploitation. Findings show exploited youth report significantly higher health concerns than comparable high-risk youth, including higher STI rates, chronic pain, asthma, high blood pressure, and severe depression, anxiety, PTSD, and dissociation; health problems often persist throughout their lives. Time Stamps Time Topic 00:00 Episode Setup 01:23 Meet Dr. Amy Farrell 01:43 Why This Study 04:51 Research Questions 06:14 Recruiting The Sample 09:57 Overall Health Findings 13:05 Physical Health Surprises 15:37 Mental Health Impacts 20:27 ACEs and Vulnerability 23:27 Healthcare Access Touchpoints 27:48 Stigma and Broken Trust 32:21 Provider Recommendations 43:11 Future Research 44:58 Closing and Resources Resources Understanding the Physical and Psychological Health and Wellness Needs of Minor Sex Trafficking Victims Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E10
May 14 · 53 min
Learn Your Leadership Superpower with Irish Burch
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar welcomes Irish Burch, a longtime Children’s Advocacy Center leader and mentor, to discuss “imperfect” leadership as learning and service. Irish recounts her path from CPS investigator to forensic interviewer, then into leadership roles culminating as CEO of the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, emphasizing that being great at a job doesn’t automatically translate to leading people. Irish shares advice for emerging leaders about balancing mission service with personal development, preventing burnout by maintaining life outside work, and her next season focused on coaching, speaking, and sustaining leaders under pressure while building broader public support for CACs. Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Leadership Myths Busted 01:36 Irish Leadership Journey 03:53 Grounded by Faith Community 05:01 Weight of Mission Work 07:47 Imperfect Human Centered 10:18 Burden and Blessing 13:05 Advice for Emerging Leaders 15:58 Radical Transparency Myth 19:47 Leading Through Influence 23:38 Hiring for Collaboration 26:02 Systems Change Decisions 27:58 Learning on the Fly 28:59 Grace Over Perfection 32:21 Myth of Great Leaders 37:27 Vision for CAC Future 39:39 Next Season and Speaking 42:13 Staying Healthy in the Work 45:55 Burnout and Identity 51:23 Closing Gratitude and Farewell Resources: Irish Burch Company Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E9
April 30 · 40 min
Preventing Educator Sexual Misconduct with Dr. Elizabeth Jeglic
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with researcher Dr. Elizabeth Jeglic about preventing educator sexual misconduct, which has increased in schools even as abuse rates have declined in other youth-serving settings. Dr. Jeglic describes limited prior research since a 2004 Department of Education report and presents her team’s survey of 6,600 recent high school graduates: 11.7% reported some form of educator sexual misconduct and about 1% reported contact abuse, with survivors reporting grooming as a near-universal pathway. Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Why Schools Are Riskier 01:44 Research Gap and New Data 03:13 What Counts as Misconduct 03:49 Grooming and Boundary Creep 08:32 Mentorship Versus Betrayal 09:58 High Risk Roles and Spaces 12:33 Prevalence and What It Means 14:03 Building a Culture of Safety 16:58 Training That Names Educators 19:03 Codes of Conduct That Work 19:37 No Touching Policies 20:57 Online Contact Boundaries 23:04 Pass the Trash Fixes 24:09 Supervision and Student Reporting 26:02 Progress and Patchwork Rules 27:25 Policy Reforms and Grooming Laws 30:29 Mandated Reporting Gaps 32:33 Why Data Stays Spotty 35:14 Parents Prevention Playbook 37:24 Research Updates and Wrap Up Resources National Blueprint | National Center to S.E.S.A.M.E. Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E8
April 16 · 41 min
Treating Adverse Childhood Experiences in Rural America
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Lindsay Druskin-Grimes about the complex relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), treatment engagement, and resilience in rural youth. The conversation highlights crucial insights for practitioners working with traumatized children, particularly in underserved settings. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to ACEs research and its relevance today 01:07 - The relationship between ACEs, child functioning, and treatment engagement 09:48 - Research questions and hypotheses of the study 11:19 - Demographics of the rural, highly traumatized child population 13:31 - The high prevalence of ACEs, including neglect, abuse, and substance exposure 16:41 - The significant stressors faced by caregivers in these communities 19:00 - The high levels of trauma and loss in the population and cultural strengths 26:44 - Key findings: higher ACEs correlate with less treatment attendance; resilience may mask needs 33:23 - Lifelong skills development and the impact of early therapy 34:48 - The specific risks associated with caregiver substance abuse exposure 37:29 - The importance of addressing systemic issues to reduce ACEs 39:21 - Future research directions and the long-term impact of treatment Resources: The Role of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adaptive Skills in Treatment Engagement at a Rural Appalachian Child Advocacy Center | Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma | Springer Nature Link Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E7
April 2 · 41 min
Old Before Their Time: The Impact of Childhood Trauma
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Frank Putnam, Professor of Psychiatry at UNC School of Medicine, about childhood trauma, focusing on the Female Growth and Development Study, a 35-year longitudinal, cross-sequential study of girls ages 6–15 with CPS-substantiated intrafamilial sexual abuse and a matched comparison group, followed across three generations with repeated psychological, medical, and biological assessments. Putnam describes how his early work on rapid shifts in mental state and dissociation led to studying abused children prospectively. Time Topic 00:00 Welcome and Setup 01:51 Frank Putnam Intro 02:14 Path Into Trauma Research 05:51 Female Growth Study Overview 09:20 Key Findings and Aging 11:39 How Trauma Speeds Aging 14:41 Real World Impacts for Girls 17:19 Intergenerational Risk Cycles 21:51 What Builds Resilience 23:36 Roadblocks and Funding Fights 26:28 Fixing Child Protection Systems 29:38 NCTSN Origins and Impact 33:16 Policy Priorities and Validation 38:01 Closing Thoughts and Thanks 41:15 Podcast Outro Resources Clinician, Researcher, Advocate and Author - Frank W. Putnam, MD Old Before Their Time: A Scientific Life Investigating How Maltreatment Harms Children and the Adults They Become - Kindle edition by Putnam, Frank W.. Health, Fitness & Dieting Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com. Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E6
March 19 · 48 min
Magic and Monsters: Child Sexual Abuse and Institutional Betrayal
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar interviews filmmaker Norah Shapiro and actor and executive producer Anthony Edwards about their award-winning documentary Magic and Monsters, which follows survivors of the Children’s Theatre Company abuse scandal in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They describe charismatic artistic director John Clark Donahue as a serial child abuser who fostered a culture with multiple perpetrators, the 2010s Minnesota statute-of-limitations lookback that enabled 17 civil lawsuits, and survivors’ ongoing sense that accountability and acknowledgment remain lacking. The conversation highlights institutional betrayal, brand protection, and the need for boundaries in youth-serving organizations, alongside the healing power of being believed and connecting with other survivors. Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome And Premise 00:36 Why This Film Matters 01:30 Host Reaction And Setup 02:51 Case Recap And Timeline 06:05 Anthony Edwards Connection 09:53 Ethics Of Survivor Storytelling 11:45 Trauma Informed Filmmaking 16:22 Healing Through Community 18:07 Institutional Grooming Dynamics 21:59 Prevention Lessons For Parents 23:20 Culture Of Trust And Othering 25:40 Magic And Monsters Duality 26:35 Institutional Betrayal 27:22 Protecting the Brand 31:06 Seeking Acknowledgement 33:19 Trauma and Self Care 35:09 Unresolved Justice 36:50 Recovery Through Connection 41:54 Being Believed Matters 43:32 Film Impact and Next Steps 47:47 Closing Thanks and Resources Resources Magic & Monsters Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E5
March 5 · 37 min
When Homeschooling Hides Abuse
In this episode of 'One in Ten,' Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Emily Putnam-Hornstein (UNC Chapel Hill) about how homeschooling intersects with child abuse and neglect, emphasizing that homeschooling is growing (about 2 million children) while reliable data and regulation vary widely by state and are often minimal. The conversation covers rare but egregious torture cases, potential child-focused oversight for high-risk families, barriers to policy change, and the importance of reporting concerns to hotlines. Time Stamps: 00:00 Homeschooling And Hidden Abuse 01:21 Why Study Homeschooling 02:08 Data Gaps In California 03:52 How Common Is Homeschooling 05:31 Politics And Polarization 06:59 Mandatory Reporters Explained 09:23 Training Gaps For Families 11:14 State Rules Vary Widely 12:37 Torture Cases And Limits 16:04 Child Focused Policy Ideas 19:47 Notification And Oversight 23:45 Support And Cyber Schooling 28:36 Why Reforms Keep Failing 32:00 Advice For Professionals 34:13 Anonymous Reporting Concerns 36:15 Wrap Up And Thanks Resources: Homeschooling and child maltreatment: A review of the regulatory context and research evidence in the United States - ScienceDirect Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E4
February 19 · 39 min
What Drives Problematic Sexual Behavior in Kids
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar welcomes Dr. Brian Allen, professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State, to discuss what motivates problematic sexual behavior (PSB) in children and youth and what the research shows. Allen explains his path into the field and why he conducted a meta-analysis—combining results across studies to create a much larger dataset (about 9,000 children) and examine the strength of associations across age, gender, and different risk factors. Time Stamps Time Topic 00:00 What Drives Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB) in Kids? (Episode Intro) 01:15 Meet Dr. Brian Allen + How He Got Into PSB Research 02:54 Meta-Analysis 101: What It Is and Why It Matters for PSB 05:26 Beyond the Assumption: Is PSB Always Linked to Sexual Abuse? 07:24 Who’s Affected? Gender & Age Patterns in the Data 08:41 Age Matters: Developmental Motivations, Curiosity & Online Exposure 14:01 Why Parents Struggle to Talk About Sex, Boundaries & Prevention 16:44 What the Meta-Analysis Found: PSB’s Link to Sexual Abuse (and How to Ask) 19:00 Physical Abuse, Dysregulation & Coercion: A Surprising Strong Correlate 25:35 Screening & Mental Health: Externalizing vs Internalizing Problems 29:01 Big Research Gaps: Cross-Cultural Data, Developmental Pathways & Social Media 32:12 What’s Next: New Assessment Tool, Longitudinal Studies & Treatment Trials 33:38 Key Takeaways for Clinicians: Treatable, Low Risk, Don’t Go Punitive 36:22 Reframing These Kids + Resources, Training, and Closing 39:10 Final Thanks & Where to Learn More Resources Problematic Sexual Behavior Among Children: A Meta-Analysis of Demographic and Clinical Correlates | Research on Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | Springer Nature Link Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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S8 · E3
February 5 · 43 min
Breaking the Cycle of Neglect
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Robin Ortiz, an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, about neglect recurrence in child abuse cases. Dr. Ortiz discusses the factors contributing to neglect recurrence, including adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), environmental influences, and societal factors. They explore the gaps in the literature, the complexities of defining neglect, and the need for tailored interventions. Findings from Dr. Ortiz's recent research indicate that various risk factors exist at the child, family, community, and policy levels, and they emphasize the importance of societal investment in mental health, substance abuse treatment, domestic violence intervention, and financial stability to prevent neglect. The episode highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to support families and break the cycle of neglect. Time Stamps Time Topic 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:13 Understanding Neglect Recurrence 01:11 Guest's Background and Research Focus 03:11 Literature Review on Child Maltreatment Recurrence 05:33 Defining Neglect and Its Challenges 10:08 Study Hypotheses and Findings 18:26 Risk Factors for Neglect Recurrence 25:07 Impact of Services on Neglect Recurrence 38:24 Policy Implications and Societal Responsibility 41:03 Conclusion and Takeaways Resources Child, Family and Societal Factors Related to Neglect Recurrence After CPS Investigation - Robin Ortiz, Vincent J. Palusci, 2025 Support the show Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
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