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