Paralysed
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A teenage girl named Sarah is dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic event that has left her feeling paralyzed and disconnected. She must confront her past to move forward.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The traumatic event is alluded to, implying past violence.
Mild profanity may be present in moments of distress.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Sarah's emotional paralysis can be interpreted as a form of self-harm.
The story is emotionally challenging but not scary.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is secular, focusing on psychological healing and resilience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah's journey to confront her trauma requires significant courage.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story explores themes of self-love and the importance of support.
Sarah's healing process can be seen as a form of finding grace.
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