emotional abuse Archives - Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence

Survivor Story: I Knew It Was Time to Leave When I Considered Suicide After 18 Years of Abuse

By Amy Thomson
March 31, 2020

Submitted by: *Mandy, Survivor Whether we are in an abusive relationship for a relatively short time or many years, developing depression and considering suicide...

Survivor Story: He Blamed Me for His Drinking and Assaulted Me When I Tried to Take Our Daughter to My Mother’s House

By Amy Thomson
March 31, 2020

Submitted by: *Eliza, Survivor Many people falsely believe that drug and alcohol abuse and mental health issues are key underlying causes of domestic violence....

Unhealthy vs Healthy Relationships: Understanding Emotional Abuse

By MeghanM
March 31, 2020

By Olivia Pikul Picture this. You’re dating someone new. They’re cute, they’re fun, and they make you laugh. You’re going out on dates, you’re...

Survivor Story: I Tore Myself Apart Trying to Make Him Happy

By Amy Thomson
March 29, 2020

Submitted by: *Trina, Survivor Victims of domestic violence often feel as though they have to walk on eggshells or modify their behavior as...

Major Issues and Problems Women Face in our Society

By Amy Thomson
March 26, 2020

Written by: Lianna Arakelyan, guest writer From an increasing female suicide rate to the never-ending cycle of domestic violence, women from all over the world...

Survivor Story: Her Abuser Uses Custody of Their Son to Control and Manipulate Her

By Amy Thomson
March 25, 2020

Submitted by: *Ashley, survivor Leaving an abusive relationship is the most dangerous time for a victim of domestic violence. The risks of leaving include...