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Shine My Crown A woman who was fatally shot by her husband on Sunday night had recently tried to get an order of protection against him. Taylor McFadden Robinson, 29,…
Imagine what would happen if abusers were actually held accountable for their crimes By Barry Goldstein In this final part of Barry Goldstein’s series, the former attorney, long-time domestic violence…
In custody court, not believing survivors and their children puts lives at risk By Barry Goldstein In this second part of Barry Goldstein’s series, the former attorney, long-time domestic violence…
Former attorney and advocate Barry Goldstein breaks down what works and what doesn’t when it comes to preventing domestic violence By Barry Goldstein In this first of his three-part series,…
Why many domestic violence victims are reluctant to report By Wendy Patrick, PhD Many domestic violence victims suffer in silence. Enduring a steady pattern of abuse and humiliation at home,…
A psychologist says there is a way to “unmask” an abuser and possibly avoid them before getting trapped By Stephanie Thurrott Abusers can be manipulative. They can gaslight you and…
Starting a relationship after trauma might mean having some vulnerable conversations By Amanda Kippert Q: Should you tell a new partner you’ve been abused in the past? I’m always scared…
What to do to ensure your safety and make it stop By DomesticShelters.org Stalking can be a component of domestic violence, most often occurring after a survivor leaves an abusive…
A comprehensive guide to understanding the legal system and how it can help protect you from an abuser By Shelley Flannery Crimes of domestic violence are some of the most…
Survivors weigh in on how they found a way to move forward after domestic violence By Amanda Kippert It might seem impossible right now, survivors, given where you are, but…