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Some abusers convince survivors that abuse is their fault, and survivors take responsibility for everything By Stephanie Thurrott Jan 21, 2019 One way abusers control domestic violence survivors is by…
Domestic abusers often seek protection orders to frame themselves as victims and get the true victim arrested By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Feb 24, 2025 Key Takeaways: Abusers Exploit Protective…
Advice from a family court strategist By Amanda Kippert Mar 03, 2025 Key Takeaways Prioritize Safety and Preparation. Before mentioning divorce to an abusive partner, it’s crucial to have a…
The signs of burnout and why it’s important parents don’t ignore them By Amanda Kippert Mar 08, 2023 We know that after any kind of trauma, including domestic violence, the…
By DomesticShelters.org Feb 01, 2017 TEEN: your partner demands you run things by them before doing them TEEN: your partner threatens you TEEN: your partner checks your phone or email,…
Learning about healthy relationships early means less chance of domestic violence later on By Amanda Kippert Jan 10, 2024 Print Article social-share#share"> Link copied! This piece was originally published in…
Playing down or dissociating from domestic violence may give survivors short-term benefits, but it’s harmful in the long run By Stephanie Thurrott Dec 18, 2024 Key Takeaways: Reasons for Minimizing…
The signs of strangulation may not always be obvious, but that doesn’t mean the survivor isn’t telling the truth By Amanda Kippert Nov 13, 2024 Months before she would end…
Learn what a protection or restraining order means for victims’ choices By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Nov 06, 2024 Recently in a Massachusetts court, I heard the lawyer for a…