The Mind-Trip That Is Emotional Abuse
How to recognize the signs of an abuse that leaves no bruises By DomesticShelters.org People often think that domestic violence means physical hostility—fistfights, shoving matches, hair-pulling, strangulation, or using weapons—injuries…
Beyond a Bruise
Would you recognize abuse even if it didn’t leave a mark? By DomesticShelters.org When people think of domestic violence, they often picture women with black eyes, bruises on their arms,…
When an Abuser Tries to Block Your Separation
Most people feel scared and confused when they think about separating from an abusive partner. The dangers of a severe assault, and even homicide, increase in the separation period. If…
Who Are All the People Involved in My Child Custody Case?
Learn about the roles of various experts who can influence court decisions on parenting time and decision-making By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD When most parents separate from their child’s other…
Starting a New Relationship After Abuse
Four steps to consider before dating again By DomesticShelters.org It is not uncommon for domestic violence survivors to feel hesitant, skeptical or cautious about establishing new intimate relationships. This is…
Dating After Domestic Violence
How to begin to take that leap when you think you can’t trust again By Amanda Kippert It can seem inconceivable when you’re going through it, but after every breakup—even…
How Do You Find Safe People?
Looking for these three qualities will start you off on the right foot By DomesticShelters.org After escaping abuse, finding a person who makes you feel safe can be like a…
Where Are Your Boundaries?
How to both determine and voice your personal boundaries in relationships By Amanda Kippert When was the last time you thought about your personal boundaries? They are the non-negotiable lines…
4 Ways to Find a Healthy Relationship
Watch for these red flags early on By DomesticShelters.org Scary thought: It’s not uncommon for a batterer to be the most charming person in the room when you first meet…
Explaining DARVO: Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim & Offender
How abusers might use these strategies to blame the survivor By Amanda Kippert We’ve talked before about how survivors get arrested or even charged with domestic violence after they’re the…