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Four steps to consider before dating again By DomesticShelters.org It is not uncommon for domestic violence survivors to feel hesitant, skeptical or cautious about establishing new intimate relationships. This is…
How to begin to take that leap when you think you can’t trust again By Amanda Kippert It can seem inconceivable when you’re going through it, but after every breakup—even…
Looking for these three qualities will start you off on the right foot By DomesticShelters.org After escaping abuse, finding a person who makes you feel safe can be like a…
How to both determine and voice your personal boundaries in relationships By Amanda Kippert When was the last time you thought about your personal boundaries? They are the non-negotiable lines…
Watch for these red flags early on By DomesticShelters.org Scary thought: It’s not uncommon for a batterer to be the most charming person in the room when you first meet…
How abusers might use these strategies to blame the survivor By Amanda Kippert We’ve talked before about how survivors get arrested or even charged with domestic violence after they’re the…
Why elders are more likely to suffer in silence By DomesticShelters.org Domestic violence isn’t ageist. Seniors are just as susceptible as their younger generations to encounter abuse at the hands…
This government agency helps vulnerable adults facing abuse and neglect By Shelley Flannery Most people are familiar with state Child Protective Services, the folks that investigate claims of child abuse,…
From fear and despair towards happy in eight steps By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD It takes a long time to recover from an abusive and controlling relationship. Being monitored, isolated,…
4 ways to start taking care of yourself better today By Connie Sloane Emerging from an abusive relationship presents the opportunity to shift from a surviving mode to a thriving…