Survivors in Isolation: Abusers Separate Victims from Everyone for Power and Control
Restricting connections to friends, family, work and healthcare makes survivors dependent on abusers By Stephanie Thurrott Aug 11, 2025 Key Takeaways: Isolation is a powerful abuse tactic—abusers cut survivors off…
Can You Both Love and Hate Your Abusive Partner?
Strong mixed feelings may signal danger in a relationship with someone who abuses you By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Sep 03, 2025 Key Takeaways Mixed feelings in relationships can be…
Are You Searching What Is Considered Domestic Violence?
If you’re hoping the definition doesn’t fit your relationship, you’re normal, and not alone By Amanda Kippert Oct 06, 2025 Key Takeaways: Domestic violence is about power and control. It…
How Abusers Use Intimidation as a Form of Psychological Abuse
Some abusers use intimidation to torment and control survivors. It can be hard to escape the threat of violence or danger and the fear emotional violence causes By Stephanie Thurrott…
When You Can’t Afford to Leave an Abusive Partner
Without financial independence, many survivors feel trapped. There is a way out By Amanda Kippert Jan 05, 2026 This piece was originally published in 2015. It was updated in 2026.…
Can Abusers Change?
Once an abuser, always an abuser? Signs that recovery is possible By Amanda Kippert Aug 12, 2026 This piece was originally published in 2015. It was updated in 2026. Key…
Why Does My Spouse Hit or Yell at Me? Understanding Abusive Relationships and Why Abusers Abuse
Behind every act of abuse lies a choice — one shaped by trauma, entitlement, learned behaviors and a drive for control By Amanda Kippert Jan 14, 2026 This piece was…
Am I Being Abused?
A comprehensive guide to help you identify domestic violence and abuse By Amanda Kippert Feb 11, 2026 This piece was originally published in 2021. It was updated in 2026. Note:…
What Is Emotional Abuse?
A comprehensive guide to understanding what emotional abuse looks like and how to free yourself from an abusive partner By Amanda Kippert Mar 16, 2026 This piece was originally published…
Leaving Without Dying
Why leaving an abuser can be the most dangerous time for survivors By Amanda Kippert Aug 10, 2026 Key Takeaways: Leaving is often the most dangerous time in a relationship…