Survivor Story: I Knew It Was Time to Leave When I Considered Suicide After 18 Years of Abuse
Submitted by: *Mandy, Survivor Whether we are in an abusive relationship for a relatively short time or many years, developing depression and considering suicide as an option to end our suffering are painful realities many of us face. It is estimated that approximately 23% of survivors of intimate partner violence attempt suicide. This is disproportionately […]
Survivor Story: He Blamed Me for His Drinking and Assaulted Me When I Tried to Take Our Daughter to My Mother’s House
Submitted by: *Eliza, Survivor Many people falsely believe that drug and alcohol abuse and mental health issues are key underlying causes of domestic violence. Rather, these are contributory factors that have been shown to increase the frequency and severity of abuse experienced by the victim. Differences in how control, awareness, and choice present in the […]
Survivor Story: I Tore Myself Apart Trying to Make Him Happy
Submitted by: *Trina, Survivor Victims of domestic violence often feel as though they have to walk on eggshells or modify their behavior as necessary to avoid upsetting their abuser. Because they have been conditioned to believe that the abuse and the abuser’s ‘loss’ or ‘lack’ of control over their actions is their fault, it increases […]
Major Issues and Problems Women Face in our Society
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 face more than a few issues in modern society. The past year had been historic for women as more of them are serving in important posts in the government and […]
Survivor Story: Her Abuser Uses Custody of Their Son to Control and Manipulate Her
Submitted by: *Ashley, survivor Leaving an abusive relationship is the most dangerous time for a victim of domestic violence. The risks of leaving include many retaliatory behaviors such as assaults, hostage and kidnapping situations, stalking, and fatality. These risks extend far beyond the members of the household and include the victim, children, pets, their friends […]
Survivor Story: I Endured Violent Sexual and Physical Assaults as a Teen
Submitted by: *Reina, Survivor Trigger Warning: This story contains descriptions of physical and sexual violence that some survivors may find particularly upsetting. Please consider your triggers and well-being before reading past this point. Many victims of domestic violence experience sexual violence as part of their abuse in the relationship. Although an increasing volume of information […]
