A Journey Through Childhood Trauma and Domestic Violence
By Survivor Julie **The following is written by survivors of childhood trauma domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** Parental Abuse and Childhood Trauma My story goes back a long time ago with two different abusers. One being my dad. He use to tell me I was fat. I was […]
Once is Too Many Times
Most relationships don’t start off with physical abuse. Often the first sign is subtly controlling behavior. Maybe calling and texting you many times throughout the day. Not allowing you to go out with your friends alone. Always demanding a reply to questions or texts right away. This can make us anxious, but we brush it […]
10 Ways Domestic Violence Impacts Children
One in seven children and young people under the age of eighteen have lived with domestic violence. Being a victim or witnessing domestic abuse, especially at a young age, can affect one’s well-being and development. Aggressive behavior Victims living with abuse at home often display similar, externalized behaviors. Fighting, lying, cheating, bullying, and impatience are […]
The Connection Between Animal Cruelty and Domestic Violence: A Warning Sign You Should Not Ignore
You are a busy and hard-working woman. You work long hours and take care of everything at home as well. You hear your man upset when you get home and walk into the house. He tells you how bad your dog has been all day and has gone to the bathroom inside. Instead of arguing […]
The History of Denim Day: How a Court Ruling Sparked a Global Movement Against Sexual Assault Myths
Up until 1996, in Italy, rape was not considered a felony. It was considered a crime of “honor,” and the rapist could avoid charges if arrangements were made to marry the victim (italics my own) or if the rapist could prove that the victim had had “many sexual experiences” prior to the rape. But finally, in 1996, […]
