Emotional abuse can inflict deep wounds and may lead to a complex form of trauma that is challenging to heal. The responses victims receive

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Emotional abuse can inflict deep wounds and may lead to a complex form of trauma that is challenging to heal. The responses victims receive
Have you ever been on the receiving end of a “joke” that felt more like a punch in the gut? A joke is not a
Research shows financial abuse is common in domestic violence. In fact, 99% of all domestic violence cases involve financial abuse. And its impact is
It’s common for people to think solely of physical violence when thinking about intimate partner violence. However, not all abuse is obvious. Subtle forms
4 Signs That Someone You Care About Is in an Abusive RelationshipRecognizing the signs that a friend or family member is in an abusive
Gender Bias Further Harms Male Victims of AbuseAt The MEND Project, we believe that unconscious biases hinder our ability to see, hear, and believe
Is there someone in your life who refuses to communicate or listen? Or refuses to give you their love or affection? Or maybe they
Grounding techniques are valuable tools to help manage symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety disorders, and the effects of trauma or secondary trauma.When you
In this touching, real-life story of survival and abuse, you’ll learn how Victoria grappled with a relationship with a man who had a personality
Navigating the complexities of helping someone who is being abused can be challenging. On the other hand, it can be one of the most
Often, people do not think of ‘unkindness’ as a sign of abuse. But it can be. And it’s crucial to learn not only how
When Jenni met her husband, she thought that he was kind and different. But as they got more serious and eventually married, his abusive
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Recognizing and Overcoming Emotional Abuse: A Path to Freedom, and Empowerment
Emotional abuse can be difficult to identify, as it often doesn’t leave visible scars. However, its impact on mental and emotional well-being can be profound and lasting.In this guide, we’ll break down the complexities of ...
How Emotional Abuse Creates a Maze of Confusion
Have you ever been in a conversation where you feel things are getting off-topic or out of control, but you can’t figure out how it happened or why? Or, maybe you’ve attempted to raise a ...
Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents: What Happens After They Grow Up
The Lasting Impact of Growing Up with a Narcissistic ParentIt’s difficult to fully comprehend the impact of a narcissistic parent on a child. Children of narcissistic parents experience recurring trauma that leads to interrupted brain development ...
How to Share Your Story of Abuse and How it Helps You to Heal
Sharing your story—publicly or privately—is a significant step in the healing journey for any survivor. Some prefer to share their story with one or two trusted people. Others may want to share it with groups of ...
Understanding Reactive Abuse: What You Need to Know
Discerning the experiences and stories of two people can be tricky and confusing. This is especially true when there is a long history of abuse, and the victim’s involuntary trauma responses are triggered by recurring abusive ...
Covert Abuse: Identifying Hidden Forms of Emotional Manipulation
What is covert abuse, and what is covert emotional abuse?“Covert” means “hidden” or “secret.”Covert abuse involves specific manipulative behavioral tactics that are hard to spot and difficult to define.Without gaining clarity and access to the ...
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