6 Tips for Facing An Abuser in Court
Creating a safety plan for this instance may help alleviate fear Leaving an abusive partner is often not the last time a survivor is going to see him or her.…
5 Ways to Intervene When You Suspect Domestic Violence
There are safe ways to be an active bystander and speak up for those who can’t By domesticshelters.org Imagine this scenario: You’re out shopping on a Saturday afternoon. You’re perusing…
The Silent Treatment: An Abuser’s Controlling Tactic
Ignoring another person is a strong communication of power and control May 27, 2019 By Lisa Aronson Fontes, PhD Refusing to listen, talk or respond to a partner is sometimes…
Gaslighting: Could You Be Missing the Signs?
Psychological abuse so subtle, you may not even realize it’s happening By domesticshelters.org Gaslighting is a term that describes a type of emotional and psychological abuse in which an abuser…
Appreciating Survivors of Abuse While Supporting Its Victims
Are they survivors or victims? There is no right answer, says one expert May 13, 2019 By Barry Goldstein Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and other traumas are rightly…
Should You Stage an Intervention?
If you’re desperate to convince someone to leave an abuser, ambushing them is not the best way May 06, 2019 By Amanda Kippert The popular TV show Intervention makes the…
Foster Care and Human Trafficking: Cause and Effect
May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and the value of good foster parents and a strong and sustainable foster care system cannot be understated when we look at combatting human…
Is love enough to overcome abuse?
Is love enough to overcome abuse? But, I love him. If you’ve ever had that conversation with yourself, you’ve probably wondered how it’s possible to love someone who hurts you.…