When Survivors Believe They’re Responsible for Ending Abuse
Some abusers convince survivors that abuse is their fault, and survivors take responsibility for everything Jan 21, 2019 By Stephanie Thurrott One way abusers control domestic violence survivors is by…
3 Ways to Become Mentally Stronger in 2020
Let’s make this year the year we stood up to fear and stood up for ourselves Setting resolutions can be a healthy thing when done right. We all want to…
The New Cyberstalking
Technology means abusers have more ways to stalk than ever before By domesticshelters.org Google “cyberstalking” and you’ll find plenty of tips on how to protect yourself from creepy strangers sitting…
Hunting season lures strip clubs, trafficking to small towns
DALLAS, S.D. (AP) — Merry Whitney thought she would make bank. Such is the life of a freelance exotic dancer. Word of a big earner ripples through your informal network.…
If Survivors Could Go Back in Time
What do you wish you knew while you were in the chaos of abuse? We recently asked survivors on our Facebook page: What do you wish you knew while you…
When No One Believes You
Have you tried to tell someone you’re being abused, only to be accused of lying? By domesticshelters.org It’s not your fault. Let’s get that out of the way right now.…
Starting from Scratch
You had to leave an abuser suddenly and now you have nothing but the clothes on your back Sep 30, 2019 By Shelley Flannery Maybe you left in the heat…
A Deadly Cycle
The four stages of abuse can happen over and over— until you stop them There’s a certain script domestic violence follows and survivors know it well. Most advocates will attest…
Illicit Massage Businesses: Sex and Labor Trafficking Hub
There are an estimated 9,000+ illicit massage businesses open in the United States that are estimated to make $2.5 billion, according to Polaris. On a national scale, IMBs (illicit massage…
How to Get a Protection Order Served on an Abuser
Having a judge grant you a protection order is only half the battle Aug 26, 2019 By Shelley Flannery Just get a restraining order.” Most advice to survivors of domestic…