Understanding DARVO: A Manipulative Tactic and How to Protect Yourself
By Chyna Snell-Nelson What Is DARVO? A Guide to Understanding and Protecting Yourself from Manipulation In both personal and professional relationships, healthy communication and mutual respect are essential for building trust and understanding. Unfortunately, some individuals use manipulative tactics to deflect responsibility and shift blame onto others. One such tactic is DARVO – an acronym […]
Understanding PTSD in Domestic Violence Survivors: A Path to Healing
By Gurpreet Dhariwal Domestic Violence and PTSD: A Silent Struggle That Deserves Attention Domestic violence affects more than 10 million men and women in the United States each year. However, despite its widespread impact, many survivors are reluctant to share their experiences due to the shame, guilt, and overwhelming stress they face. Abuse doesn’t just […]
Surviving the Holidays After Leaving an Abusive Relationship: A Guide to Healing and Self-Care
By Iris Pendelton Surviving the Holidays After Leaving an Abusive Relationship: A Guide to Healing and Self-Care The holiday season can bring a whirlwind of emotions, especially if you’ve recently left an abusive relationship. What is often considered a joyous time of year can instead feel like a painful reminder of your past. The pressure […]
Building Healthy Friendships After Abuse: A Path to Healing
By Mikayla Shave Making friends as an adult can be daunting, especially after leaving an abusive relationship. At Btsadv, we understand the emotional complexities that accompany this transition. While children effortlessly form friendships during a game of tag, adults often carry the weight of past trauma, pain, and distrust. The Importance of Friendship in Healing […]
Break the Silence: The Urgent Need for Domestic Violence Reporting
by Jessica Christian Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that affects millions globally, transcending gender, age, race, and economic status. Despite its widespread nature, it remains one of the most underreported crimes. Factors such as stigma, fear of retaliation, and limited access to resources contribute to the silence surrounding this critical issue. At Break the […]
The Legal System’s Bias: How Domestic Violence Survivors Are Re-Victimized
By Stephanie Smith When it comes to domestic violence (DV), survivors often find that the hardest battles don’t end once they escape the abuse. They quickly realize that getting legal protection, emotional support, and physical help isn’t as straightforward as it seems. In many ways, intimate partner violence (IPV) is not treated with the same […]
