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…
What Is Blame-Shifting?
Abusers often have a very hard time taking responsibility for their actions, blaming the survivor for their choices instead By Amanda Kippert Apr 02, 2025 Key Takeaways: Blame-Shifting is a…
Whats the Difference Between Violence and Abuse?
Abuse isn't always violent, and violence isn't always abuse. Understanding the difference can help survivors better identify harm and find safety. By Stephanie Thurrott May 12, 2025 Key Takeaways: Violence…
Why Threats in a Relationship Should Be Taken Seriously
Abusers mean what they say—minimizing threats can be deadly By Stephanie Thurrott Jul 09, 2025 Key Takeaways: Abusers' threats are often serious, whether to harm others, themselves, or pets, and…
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…