The Biggest Barrier to Leaving
Readers say it’s abusers’ threats, excuses and a fear of retaliation’ It may seem to defy the logic of those who have never experienced abuse from an intimate partner, but…
When Survivors Are Forced to Use
Another way abusers assert power and control August 26, 2016 By domesticshelters.org As a way to numb the pain of abuse, survivors of domestic violence sometimes turn to drugs or…
I’m Ready to Leave…Now What?
How to Plan Your Escape. June 16, 2017 By domesticshelters.org VIEW TOOL KIT When you decide to escape domestic violence, it may feel impossible to know where to start. You’re…
When Abuse Goes from Shouting to Striking
Verbal abuse often turns to physical abuse. Here’s how to see the signs June 12, 2017 By domesticshelters.org There’s no medical report. No bruises or black eye or broken bone…
Sociopaths And Psychopaths Use To Silence You: Part IV
Narcissists enjoy making malicious remarks at a survivor’s expense June 16, 2017 By Shahida Arabi In Parts I, II and III of Shahida Arabi’s piece on toxic people, we learned…
20 Diversion Tactics Highly Manipulative Narcissists, Sociopaths And Psychopaths Use To Silence You: Part I
Learn the ways some abusers with mental illness negate responsibility for their choices By Shahida Arabi Toxic people such as malignant narcissists, psychopaths and those with antisocial traits engage in…
The Perils of Trying to Leave
Try to plan for these possibilities when you’re ready to leave your abuser June 07, 2017 By domesticshelters.org Domestic violence survivors can face daunting obstacles when leaving an abuser. That’s…
Types of Abuse
05/31/2017 We tend to think of Domestic Abuse as physical violence or assault on a partner. In reality, however, domestic abuse is the summary of physically, sexually and psychologically abusive…
Does Domestic Violence Follow the Seasons?
Some report more incidents during the summer when certain factors add more stress As the summer months approach, are domestic violence hotlines expecting to see a spike in the number…
You Can Stop Apologizing Now
May 26, 2017 By domesticshelters.org Heartfelt apologies can go a long way. “I’m sorry what I said hurt your feelings.” Polite apologies make us decent human beings. “I’m sorry I…