Power Plays: Recognizing & Responding to Abuse of Authority

By April Benson

POWER PLAYS: SURVIVING INSTITUTIONAL TRAUMA AND RECLAIMING YOUR VOICE

When institutions meant to protect us become weapons of silencing, how do survivors find their voice again?

From a respected educator and advocate comes a powerful examination of how power structures enable and protect abusers while silencing victims. Written from the dual perspective of both survivor and analyst, POWER PLAYS walks readers through the labyrinth of institutional betrayal, from initial red flags to the arduous journey toward justice and healing.

This unflinching memoir and practical guide reveals:

How power manifests in professional and community settingsRecognizing warning signs before abuse escalatesNavigating the deliberate communication barriers institutions createSurviving the "second assault" of institutional protection systemsPractical strategies for documentation, self-protection, and advocacy

With raw honesty and hard-earned wisdom, the author transforms personal trauma into universal insight, offering readers both emotional validation and practical tools. The comprehensive appendices provide essential resources for anyone navigating similar terrain, including documentation guidelines, safety planning templates, and an extensive glossary of relevant terms.

POWER PLAYS speaks directly to survivors while offering vital insights to advocates, allies, and professionals working to create safer institutional spaces. It stands as both testimony to the cost of speaking truth to power and a roadmap for those finding their own voice in the void.

A crucial resource for:

Survivors of institutional abuse or harassmentAdvocates and support professionalsLegal and mental health practitionersAnyone seeking to understand power dynamics in professional settings

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DXQCJRJQ
• ISBN13: 9798311309875
• Release Date: February 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"