Abuse Cannot Be Blamed on Mental Illness
Research shows abusers are no more likely to be mentally ill than others By DomesticShelters.org Abusers love excuses. They only yelled at you because they were drunk. They only hit…
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Research shows abusers are no more likely to be mentally ill than others By DomesticShelters.org Abusers love excuses. They only yelled at you because they were drunk. They only hit…
The holidays after abuse are for new beginnings, new traditions and finding your joy again Amanda Kippert Mariah Carey season, I mean, the holiday season, is upon us! While many…
An important step to healing your psyche after escaping domestic violence By DomesticShelters.org The physical wounds of domestic violence often heal well before the emotional ones are even fully understood.…
A Guide to Cyberstalking How to combat an abuser who’s gone online to stalk and control a victim By Amanda Kippert Cyberstalking is the misuse of technology to harass, stalk…
After Domestic Violence, Kids May Cope Through Outbursts How to curb this behavior and help your child heal in a healthier way Children who are exposed to domestic violence may…
How Abusers Trick Survivors Into Denying Abuse A five-step manipulation process Take it back. Victims of domestic violence sometimes retract their claims against their abusers for various reasons, including being…
Couples Counseling Will Not Stop Abuse Seek individual therapy if you suspect you’re being controlled Has your partner started yelling more frequently? Maybe they’ve become jealous for seemingly no reason.…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In honor of the victims who have lost their lives we will be holding a candlelight vigil. We will be reading the names of…
Signs that mean violence could turn deadly By DomesticShelters.org No matter if a survivor has endured an abusive partner for two dates or two decades, abusers have the possibility of…