Do Abusive Men Change?
A man* benefits from controlling his intimate partner. Why would he want to change? Many men report feeling happier and more at peace when they end their controlling behavior. Their…
You Can Call a Hotline Even If You Don’t Want to Leave
10 questions you can ask an advocate that have nothing to do with shelter By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Contrary to what many believe, shelter hotlines are not only for…
When Abuse Goes from Shouting to Striking
Verbal abuse often turns to physical abuse. Here’s how to see the signs By DomesticShelters.org There’s no medical report. No bruises or black eye or broken bone to signal what’s…
My Abusive Partner Is Also a Cop
Ways to overcome unique challenges of officer-involved domestic violence Nov 23, 2020 By Stephanie Thurrott Nanette Chezum knows what it’s like to face domestic violence with an abuser who’s a…
Finding Your Financial Footing After Abuse
When the abuser controls your money, it can feel impossible to start over By DomesticShelters.org Do you think romance or red flag when a potential mate tells you, “You don’t…
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A Narcissistic Abuser Will Never Change
Why no amount of love, counseling or batterer intervention will keep you safe Oct 30, 2019 By Shelley Flannery If you are in a relationship with a narcissistic abuser, hoping…
What is ‘Victim Shaming’?
Victim shaming comments and questions focus the blame on the wrong person By DomesticShelters.org When women began stepping forward late last year accusing comedian and actor Bill Cosby of various…