Abuse in the LGBTQ+ Community
Anyone can become a victim of domestic abuse, including individuals in the LGBTQ+ community. The National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP), released a report noting that 58% of survivors in the LGBTQ+ community, 10% of them reported that an ex-lover or partner instigated the violence against them. Barriers to Leaving Abuse With IPV, it can […]
Domestic Violence and Spiritual Abuse
By Amy Thomson Spiritual abuse is a form of psychological manipulation used by abusers to coerce their victims into compliance by using religious belief as leverage. Regardless of the religion involved, doctrine is used by both the abuser and the enabling members of the congregation to force the victim into subjection. How spiritual abuse manifests […]
How to Tell the Difference Between Healthy Arguments and Abuse
We all hope for our relationships to be as peaceful as possible. However, regardless of how healthy our relationships are, there are occasions where we will disagree with our partners and have arguments. When both parties are willing to seek a resolution to the disagreements in a healthy way, it is indicative of healthy dynamics. […]
