Abuse Quote by Lorraine Nilon
““Abuse is never contained to a present moment, it lingers across a person’s lifetime and has pervasive long-term ramifications.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on trauma impacts, 2022
Trauma persists beyond the event, affecting a person's whole life and creating lasting effects.
In simple terms: Trauma lasts a lifetime and causes lasting harm.
Address trauma early and provide long‑term support.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- policy making
- education
- healthcare
- community support
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies better support lifelong trauma survivors?
- What policies reduce long‑term harm?
Healing may be hindered by stigma and lack of resources.