Not to People Like Us
Affluence can be yet another barrier to escaping a controlling and dangerous abusive partner By CarolAnn Peterson, PhD Mar 04, 2024 Everyone has ideas about the rich and famous: They…
The Silent Ways Abusers Control
Without saying a word, an abuser can threaten, control and coerce a victim with these tactics By Amanda Kippert Dec 14, 2022 It’s easy to spot an abusive partner when…
Prove It: Victims are Saddled With the Burden of Proof
A domestic violence survivor shares how the criminal justice system asks too much of victims By JoAnna Baanana Nov 27, 2023 Prove It. I’ve said it once, and I’ll say…
10 Excuses Domestic Violence Survivors Tell Themselves
There is no justification for abuse by a partner, but it’s also hard to admit you’re a victim By Amanda Kippert Aug 14, 2024 This piece was originally published in…
What is Polyvictimization?
A new report released by the Alliance for HOPE International sheds light on this important group of survivors By Amanda Kippert Feb 12, 2024 Polyvictimization refers to experiencing multiple types…
A Glossary of Domestic Violence Terms
Speaking out against domestic violence means learning its language By Amanda Kippert May 15, 2024 This piece was originally published in 2015. It was updated in 2024. Intimate partner violence…
3 Steps to Break the Domestic Violence Cycle in Kids’ Lives
With the right help, children can learn how to break the cycle of domestic abuse By Hannah Craig This story was originally published in 2017. It was updated in 2023.…
Can He Rape Me if We’re Married?
Marital rape is a very real—and very illegal—offense By Amanda Kippert This piece was originally published in 2014. It was updated in 2023. Marital rape is a serious form of…
The Cycle of Teen Domestic Violence
By Barbara Poncelet Barbara Poncelet, CRNP, is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner specializing in teen health. Teen domestic violence is violence or threats of violence towards a romantic partner or…
When a Friend Is in Trouble
Teens: How you can help a friend who is living with dating violence By DomesticShelters.org Sometimes the signs of abuse are obvious—you witness a volatile fight between your friend and…