Creating a Safe, Comforting Space After Trauma
Small, practical ways to help your body and mind feel safe again—right where you are By Thread Talk May 25, 2026 Sponsored by Thread Talk Recovering from trauma is a…
Practical Ways to Feel Less Overwhelmed
And why rest can feel difficult after trauma By Sponsored by Thread Talk Jul 08, 2026 Feeling overwhelmed has a way of showing up at the worst possible moments. Your…
When Abusers Threaten Revenge Porn
Sharing explicit images without your permission or “leaking nudes” is a form of sexual violence By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Apr 07, 2025 This piece was originally published in 2016.…
Understanding Boundaries and Consent in Relationships
By Amanda Kippert Mar 05, 2025 Key Takeaways: 1. Boundaries Promote Healthy Relationships: Boundaries are essential in all relationships—romantic, familial or professional. They allow individuals to protect their physical, emotional…
6 Tips to Survive an Abuser’s Tactics of Maximum Pain, Maximum Gain
How to come out ahead when an abuser wants to hurt you and win at all costs By Lisa Fontes and Julie Nee Sep 18, 2024 After separation, many abusers…
How to Write a Victim Impact Statement
Domestic abuse survivors have the right to tell a judge how a crime has affected them By Amanda Kippert Jan 15, 2024 A victim impact statement is a written account…
What Is Gender-Based Violence?
The term was created to include any gender in the discussion of harm, but is it really a fair comparison? By Amanda Kippert Aug 05, 2024 Gender-based violence is a…
Signs of an Abusive Relationship
By Amanda Kippert Jul 15, 2024 Editor’s Note: Yes, we did use the phrase “abusive relationship” in the headline even though this is a misnomer. A partner can be abusive,…
Being Choked During Sex Is Rising in Popularity Among Young People
Consensual strangulation is just as dangerous as when it’s done as a violent act, warn experts By Amanda Kippert Jun 19, 2024 Strangulation is one of the most dangerous tactics…
Sexual Assault Is More Than Rape
How to recognize if you’re a victim By DomesticShelters.org There’s a misconception out there that sexual assault is simply another way to describe rape or attempted rape. Every other type…