Leaving Without Dying
Why leaving an abuser can be the most dangerous time for survivors By Amanda Kippert Aug 10, 2026 Key Takeaways: Leaving is often the most dangerous time in a relationship…
From Bullying to Domestic Violence
Whether it’s intergenerational violence or schoolyard bullying, if kids don’t learn healthy conflict resolution, they can turn into adult abusers By Amanda Kippert This piece was originally published in 2015.…
Four Signs Your Teen Is Experiencing Burnout After Trauma
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…
Teen Dating Abuse Warning Signs
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,…
Teaching Teens About Dating Violence
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…
Unlearning the Lies of Childhood Domestic Violence
If you grew up in a home with intimate partner violence, it’s time to unlearn these 5 lies By Amanda Kippert Sep 16, 2024 This piece was originally published in…
What Is Grooming and How to Spot It
Minors can be targeted by perpetrators whose intentions are to trap them in a controlling and violent relationship By Amanda Kippert Dec 06, 2023 Kimberly met her abusive partner when…
Is Social Media Bad for Kids?
Almost every teen uses social media, but so do a lot of abusers and predators. The risks of letting kids socialize virtually may outweigh the benefits By Amanda Kippert Mar…