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Before her attack, Katie Piper was a regular girl. Now, she’s a household name, an inspiration. Acid attacks are, sadly, still making headlines, ten years after Katie’s own traumatic attack. Things may not be changing for the world, but in Katie’s life, things are certainly changing for the better. In this heart-felt interview with Happiful, Katie opens up about motherhood,...

I was a member of a local church group when things had been a bit strained and I became very stressed. I was struggling at home after my husband had been ill and I was feeling unsupported by people who made out to be friends. I left the church and became very depressed having been stuck in a deep depression, and unable to carry on. I went to my GP who gave me some tablets as a crutch, and I asked...

I experienced an odd childhood. Both my parents belonged to a very oppressive and high control church/cult organisation. Until the age of eighteen, this was basically all I knew, as we were not really allowed to mix with people who were not members. We were not allowed to celebrate birthdays or Christian celebrations like Easter or Christmas. Our private lives were not really private. Everything...

I'm a victim of incest and was also abused in a 'ring' where images and film were made. Two years ago, my personal life unravelled and, in desperation, I sought help. It took me a while to find the right counsellor. I tried at least four before I settled with one lady who I found - she was personally recommended to me. It's a long drive as she lives 50 minutes away, but it's well worth it. Many...