Will An Abuser Kill You?
Signs that mean violence could turn deadly By domesticshelters.org No matter if a survivor has endured an abusive partner for two dates or two decades, abusers have the possibility of…
A Safety Planning Worksheet
A Safety Planning Worksheet A DIY plan to prepare for safety the next time an abusive incident occurs Sep 25, 2019 By Amanda Kippert There’s going to be another abusive…
Recognizing the Signs of Human Trafficking
Share As the U.S. anti-trafficking movement has grown in our understanding of this diverse and complex crime, we are learning more about how specific people, such as medical professionals, teachers,…
Are You Experiencing These Symptoms of PTSD?
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When Abusers Hurt Themselves to Get Victims in Trouble
Protect yourself from an abuser who self-injures to look like a victim Aug 24, 2020 By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD. To dominate their partners, abusers sometimes call the police against…
Renewing Your Domestic Violence Protective Order
Your Domestic Violence Protective Order is effective for no more than one (1) year from the date it is issued. If, toward the end of that year, you feel that…
23 Signs of Human Trafficking
It may be happening in your community By domesticshelters.org By definition, human trafficking is the act of recruiting, transporting, transferring or keeping and receiving an individual against his or her…
How to End Your Victim Mindset
An important step to healing your psyche after escaping domestic violence By domesticshelters.org The physical wounds of domestic violence often heal well before the emotional ones are even fully understood.…
Fleeing An Abuser With Your Children
Getting yourself and your children to a safe place is the number one priority By domesticshelters.org You’re enduring life with an abusive partner and you realize it’s time to leave.…
When You Can’t Collect Evidence
Court cases against abusers are bolstered by evidence from survivors—but what if it’s not safe for you to collect any? By Amanda Kippert Ask any survivor, advocate or attorney: Finding…