A documentary about the epidemic of the sexual abuse of boys, the impact on individuals, families, and society, and the importance of male survivors healing and speaking out to end the cycle. The film features non-offending male survivors. Whether it was shame, intimacy problems, post-traumatic stress, substance abuse, or rage that led to violence, the effects plagued their lives. Yet, each man ultimately chose the arduous task of healing, giving them a voice to reclaim their lives through counseling, support groups, and speaking out while taking action toward prevention for other boys. The documentary offers hope within a seemingly hopeless issue that affects us all, and is witness to survivors thriving and leading fulfilling lives.

*Also available with Spanish sub-titles, and with English subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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"Boys and Men Healing" addresses the critical problem of child sexual abuse and its horrific ramifications for both the individual victim and society at large. It shows the link between early sexual abuse and subsequent substance abuse, criminal activity, and continuing the cycle of abuse against future generations of innocent children. We as a society cannot afford to ignore the important messages this film has to offer.
Rhonda Perkins, Customer Care Coordinator, Prevention Education, Childhelp, USA

I watched "Boys and Men Healing" with tears in my eyes as each man spoke with courageous honesty about the devastating impact of child sexual abuse on his life. In these men I see the faces and voices of thousands upon thousands of raped or molested children in America who have been intimidated and silenced with threats or who were not believed when they bravely came forward with their stories. I predict that this film will have a profound effect on the ears that are still closed to the message that we must hear, care, act and protect, especially when the voice is quiet and small.
Eileen King, Regional Director, Justice For Children/Washington, D.C. Chapter

This film is something EVERYONE needs to see and talk about - not just the survivors or those doing the prevention/intervention work. This film is both powerful in its subject matter and moving in its stories from men who, after suffering horrific childhood sexual abuse, are finding ways to heal some very deep emotional and psychological wounds. My hope is that this work will enlighten audiences and encourage conversation about this disturbing and painful topic, as creating awareness and understanding of the enormity of the problem is a vital part of finding a solution to end childhood sexual abuse.
Suzanne Kramer-Brenna, Prevention Coordinator, ND Council on Abused Women's Services

As a therapist for a rape crisis/child advocacy center, this is an issue I have to address on a daily basis; girls, boys, men and women. This issue touches so many. It is very difficult to help men see that recovery and treatment can be the beginning of a new life after so much sadness and tragedy. Thank you for bringing this important issue to light in such a thoughtful and wonderful way.
Shelley Adkins, Therapist/Clinical Director, Advocacy and Support Center