Disrupting Demand & Sex Trafficking
Taken from World Without Exploitation’s “Get the facts.What we know about sex trafficking, sexual exploitation and prostitution in the United States.” Click to read full report. Who are sex buyers?…
Why Do I Keep Giving Him Another Chance
Q: I’m one of those people who keeps giving my boyfriend endless chances. I don’t want to go into the specifics but there is abuse present and basically, I’m putting…
25 Risk Factors for Domestic Violence
Low self-esteem Emotional dependence and insecurity Desire for power and control in relationships Unhealthy family relationships and interactions Antisocial personality traits Borderline personality traits Anger and hostility Low academic achievement…
Are These Texts Abusive?
Role play your way through example texversations to see what abuse can sound like Feb 10, 2020 By Amanda Kippert Abuse via texting isn’t new—abusers will utilize any form of…
CIVIL NO CONTACT ORDER (50C)
The 50C protective order seeks to protect victims of sexual assault, stalking, and other forms of harassment. No relationship between the victim and the perpetrator is required. However, if the…
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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.…