Understanding Coercive Control
“Coercive control, abuse, grooming, and power imbalances” By Guest Blogger Andi Gronek ***Trigger Warning: This is a frank discussion of abuse, grooming, and love-bombing. There is a mention of alleged illegal activities committed by Nail Gaiman which may be sensitive to viewers. Please proceed with caution.*** Defining Coercive Control Welsh Women’s Aid defines coercive control […]
A Two-Time Survivor and Her Journey
By Survivor Barbie I would love to tell you my story. I am a two-time survivor of domestic violence and abuse. *The following story is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.* The First Attack I was married to my husband at the time and […]
The Hidden Impact of Teen Dating Violence
Teen Dating Violence by Tessa Baker
Surviving Domestic Abuse, Human Trafficking, and Trauma
By Survivor *The following story is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.* Domestic Abuse I am a survivor of prolonged domestic violence, human trafficking, and abusive behaviors. The domestic abuse lasted for fifteen years. It was both emotional and physical. I was subject to […]
Domestic Violence: My Story of Surviving Years of Abuse
By Domestic Violence Survivor Chloe This is my story on how I survived a domestic violence relationship. I was only 15 years old, soon to be 16. *The following story is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.* Too Young to Know Domestic Violence As […]
Manipulation and Control: A Story of Breaking the Web of Abuse
Surviving Manipulation and Control a Survivor’s Story. By Anonymous The Manipulation Starts It was the day after my birthday that a relationship that seemed to good to be true ended. I had met the guy on facebook. Anytime he was suppose to take me on a date he never would. The reason behind that I […]
