6 Signs of Emotional Abuse
(This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model) By Cheryl Steinberg Emotional abuse may not leave visible signs like physical abuse can, but it’s just as damaging to one’s psyche – if not more so. If you’re in an intense relationship, you might be . . . . Continue Reading
How the Law Re-Victimizes Domestic Violence Victims
Being fortunate that I have never been a victim of domestic violence, I can’t say I ever really understood why battered women don’t just leave their abuser. And in the case of children being abused, too, I especially wanted to vilify the mothers who failed to protect the most innocent. But, it’s not a matter . . . . Continue Reading
How to Respond to Verbal Abuse
You’ve probably heard this one before, especially as a child: “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” But the truth is words can wound. Words can become weapons. And can sometimes inflict more pain than actual weapons. At least, longer-lasting pain: emotional pain. Verbal abuse can be defined as the . . . . Continue Reading
Domestic Violence and Abusive Relationships
Domestic violence and abusive relationships should not happen to anyone, ever. The sad truth is that it does; it happens to thousands of Americans every day. And it is important to recognize that domestic violence and abusive relationships go hand-in-hand. It is not always easy to identify that you are a victim of domestic violence . . . . Continue Reading