What Is Battered Woman Syndrome?
How a controversial diagnosis shaped the way courts see abuse—and why many experts say it falls short By Amanda Kippert May 13, 2026 Key Takeaways: Battered woman syndrome helped courts…
Creating a Safe, Comforting Space After Trauma
Small, practical ways to help your body and mind feel safe again—right where you are By Thread Talk May 25, 2026 Sponsored by Thread Talk Recovering from trauma is a…
Practical Ways to Feel Less Overwhelmed
And why rest can feel difficult after trauma By Sponsored by Thread Talk Jul 08, 2026 Feeling overwhelmed has a way of showing up at the worst possible moments. Your…
The Link Between Domestic Violence and Suicide: What We Know and What We Don’t
Experts say the connection between domestic violence and suicide is significant but understudied By Amanda Kippert Jul 15, 2026 Information shared in this piece may be triggering to some. If…
What Gaslighting Sounds Like in Real Life—“That’s Not What Happened”
From denial to blame-shifting, gaslighting shows up in phrases that can make you question your own reality By Amanda Kippert Jun 10, 2026 This story was originally written in 2015.…
What’s the Difference Between a Homeless Shelter and a Domestic Violence Shelter?
Domestic violence shelters and homeless shelters both offer emergency housing, but not all shelters are equipped to keep survivors safe By Amanda Kippert Jul 01, 2026 Key Takeaways: Domestic violence…
The Link Between Domestic Violence and Suicide: What We Know and What We Don’t
Experts say the connection between domestic violence and suicide is significant but understudied By Amanda Kippert Jul 15, 2026 Information shared in this piece may be triggering to some. If…
Healthy Relationships: Dating After Domestic Violence
Dating after abuse isn’t about rushing back in—it’s about trusting yourself enough to choose something safer By Amanda Kippert Jul 13, 2026 Key Takeaways: Healing comes first: You’re ready to…
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…
Dissociation After Trauma: A Superpower That Can Hold You Back
Children and adult survivors of domestic violence dissociate to survive: Learn grounding techniques to be more present in the here and now By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Dec 15, 2025…