When It’s Time to Go: Part II
8 steps to take to get out safely and hide well By DomesticShelters.org A safety plan is important to think about when a survivor is ready to leave their abuser.…
When It’s Time to Go: Part I
A checklist of essentials to take with you when escaping abuse By DomesticShelters.org Walking out the door and away from an abuser—or kicking an abusive partner out the door, if…
South Carolina Woman Fatally Shot By Her Husband After Judge Reportedly Denied Her an Order of Protection
Shine My Crown A woman who was fatally shot by her husband on Sunday night had recently tried to get an order of protection against him. Taylor McFadden Robinson, 29,…
A World Without Domestic Violence: Part III
Imagine what would happen if abusers were actually held accountable for their crimes By Barry Goldstein In this final part of Barry Goldstein’s series, the former attorney, long-time domestic violence…
Custody Courts Aren’t Believing Kids: Part II
In custody court, not believing survivors and their children puts lives at risk By Barry Goldstein In this second part of Barry Goldstein’s series, the former attorney, long-time domestic violence…
Where We’re Going Wrong: Part I
Former attorney and advocate Barry Goldstein breaks down what works and what doesn’t when it comes to preventing domestic violence By Barry Goldstein In this first of his three-part series,…
How Social Stigma Silences Domestic Violence Victims
Why many domestic violence victims are reluctant to report By Wendy Patrick, PhD Many domestic violence victims suffer in silence. Enduring a steady pattern of abuse and humiliation at home,…
Seeing Abusers as Manipulators, Con Artists
A psychologist says there is a way to “unmask” an abuser and possibly avoid them before getting trapped By Stephanie Thurrott Abusers can be manipulative. They can gaslight you and…
Ask Amanda: How Do I Talk to New Partner About Past Abuse?
Starting a relationship after trauma might mean having some vulnerable conversations By Amanda Kippert Q: Should you tell a new partner you’ve been abused in the past? I’m always scared…
If You’re Being Stalked
What to do to ensure your safety and make it stop By DomesticShelters.org Stalking can be a component of domestic violence, most often occurring after a survivor leaves an abusive…