Navigating Legal Issues as a Domestic Violence Survivor: Protection, Custody, and Resources.
By Mikayla Shave Navigating Legal Issues as a Domestic Violence Survivor: Protection, Custody, and Resources Survivors of domestic violence often face multiple legal challenges stemming from their abuser’s actions. Common hurdles include obtaining protection orders, filing for divorce, pursuing full custody, and seeking child support. These legal processes can be overwhelming, but taking the right […]
Breaking the Silence on Suicide and Self-Harm: Raising Awareness, Offering SupportSuicide and Self-Harm Awareness.
By Jessica Christian Breaking the Silence on Suicide and Self-Harm: Raising Awareness, Offering Support Talking about suicide and self-harm is never easy, but it’s a conversation that we must have. These topics are often surrounded by stigma, causing many to suffer in silence. By raising awareness and promoting compassionate, open dialogue, we can help break […]
My Daughter Helped Me Escape Abuse and Find Healing
By Anonymous Survivor **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** The Eyes of a Child Through the unclouded eyes of a child, my daughter saw the truth about him long before I did. She saw right through his carefully constructed facade. Recognizing […]
Seeking Safety: My Ongoing Struggle with a Stalking Ex-Husband
By Anonymous Survivor **The following is written by survivors of domestic violence and abuse seeking safety. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** A Survivor’s Plea for Safety I’m desperate for help. It’s been seven years I’ve been divorced, and my ex-husband still stalks me daily. He threatens me and in the past, I’ve […]
My Heart-Wrenching Tale of Abuse and Control
By Anonymous Survivor **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse and control. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** Walking on Eggshells Living with my ex can only be described as walking on eggshells. Any movement could crack him and you would never know what would set him off. […]
A Letter to My Abuser: My Healing Journey
By Anonymous Survivor **The following is a letter written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse to her abuser. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** I wrote the letter below to myself addressed to my ex during my recent journey of healing. In counseling working on gaining more coping skills for my […]
