How Abusers Coerce Recantation
From behind bars, abusers often follow a pattern of manipulation to coerce survivors into recanting By Amanda Kippert Feb 05, 2025 Key Takeaways: Coercion Drives Recantation in Domestic Violence Cases:…
What Does Adult Protective Services Do?
This government agency helps vulnerable adults facing abuse and neglect By Shelley Flannery and Amanda Kippert Sep 14, 2026 Key Takeaways: Adult Protective Services (APS) helps protect vulnerable adults from…
Intergenerational Violence: How to Break the Cycle
As a survivor, how can you make sure family violence really does end with you? By Amanda Kippert Mar 17, 2025 When Audrey Prosper told her abusive husband she wanted…
How Survivors Get Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence
The U.S. justice system can fail survivors, and false accusations may become another form of abuse By Stephanie Thurrott Jun 02, 2025 Key Takeaways: Survivors of domestic violence are often…
10 Excuses Domestic Violence Survivors Tell Themselves
By Amanda Kippert Aug 14, 2024 It should go without being said, no one ever intends to be in a relationship with an abusive partner. In fact, most of us…