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 […]
A Survivor’s Journey from Domestic Abuse to Resilience
By Survivor Ebony Domestic abuse to resilience, this is the story about how survivor Ebony escaped her abuser. *The following story is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.* Small Town Girl I’m from a beautiful small town called Ocean Springs in Mississippi. I had […]
From Toxic Love to Empowerment: Breaking Free from Abuse and Addiction
by Survivior Stacy This is the story by survivor Stacy, about how she overcame a toxic love and broke free from abuse and addiction. *The following story is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.* When I was Younger… I used to love journaling as […]
Sex Trafficking: The Exploitation of Vulnerability and the Urgent Need for Justice
By Stephanie Smith At Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence (BTSADV), we aim to shed light on the harsh realities of sex trafficking—a global crisis driven by exploitation, criminal enterprise, and systemic abuse. Sex trafficking is not random; it’s a calculated industry designed to profit from the vulnerabilities of society’s most defenseless individuals, primarily women […]
This is how it starts-Recognizing Red Flags: Protect Yourself from Abusive Relationships
By Gurpreet Dhariwal We understand the importance of healthy, supportive relationships at Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence (BTSADV). Unfortunately, many abusive relationships don’t reveal their true nature until it’s too late. To help you safeguard your well-being, we’ve outlined key warning signs of abusive behavior that often escalate over time. Recognizing these red flags […]
