Leaving is Only the Beginning: The Real Journey After Abuse.
By Iris Pendelton The Real Journey Begins After You Leave: Leaving is Only the BeginningHealing After Abuse is Hard, But You’re Not Alone Many people believe that once you leave an abusive relationship, everything magically gets better. They picture freedom, peace, and instant healing. But in reality, leaving is only the beginning. It’s powerful. It’s […]
When Two Hearts Are Silenced.
By Tara Woodlee, President of Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence When Two Hearts Are Silenced: Why We Must Prioritize the Safety of Pregnant Women in America. When Two Hearts Are Silenced, Every day in this country, pregnant women walk into doctors’ offices to hear the steady beat of a second heart growing inside them, […]
Therapeutic Interventions for Healing From Domestic Violence
By Survivor Sammie S. Rose Healing Through Accepting My Journey My journey from merely surviving to thriving was not painless, but what was needed to fuel healing within myself. So I could move on from one of the most distressing and arduous experiences of my life. My relationship with my abuser sent me through the […]
Safety for Domestic Violence Survivors and Their Pets
By Iris Pendelton For many survivors of domestic violence, pets are more than just animals—they are family. The companionship and unconditional love that pets provide can be a source of strength during difficult times. However, leaving an abusive home becomes even more complicated when a beloved pet is involved. Abusers often use pets as a […]
Understanding and Addressing Teen Domestic Violence
By Jessica Christinson Domestic violence harms many, and among teenagers, it remains an often-overlooked crisis. People frequently view teenage relationships as innocent or just part of growing up, which makes it easy to miss the warning signs of abuse. But teen domestic violence is accurate, and recognizing it earlier can help young people build healthy […]
How to Comfort a Friend Who May Be in an Abusive Relationship
By Tara Woodlee Do you think your friend may be in an abusive relationship, but don’t know where to start? Read on to find out how to be helpful, how to support, and how to get your friend to safety! Sarah Sarah used to be full of life, always laughing and excited about new adventures. […]
