It is difficult to understand overt versus covert behaviors and how each plays out within relationships. Yet understanding is the key to overcoming.Covert behaviors
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It may seem implausible that an “institution” or “organization” can abuse people.But the truth is that it can and does happen.In this article, you’re
In this brave Emotional Abuse Survivor Story by Michelle (not her real name), she shares the details of her journey being married to a
The terms “narcissist” and “gaslighting” are widely used in our culture, but they are rarely understood. Narcissistic gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse
In this blog, Rowe (not her real name) shares her story of domestic violence and abuse and how it negatively impacted her life. Through
For many, abuse is a well-kept secret. This was true for “Brigid” who grew up watching her mother experience constant verbal, emotional, and mental abuse
Lyn’s story demonstrates beautifully the path from victim, to survivor, to heroine. Please remember, it is not always easy to hear about the abuse
We hear of and see Institutional Abuse happening over and over again, notably and repeatedly within churches across our country. One of the challenges
'There will be joy in the morning,’ she said as she prayed for me one day. 'Joy in the morning.' After the pain, hurt,
The vast majority of parents want to parent well. If they knew that their words or actions were harming their children or even causing
Have you ever wondered why victims stay quiet about the abuse they’ve experienced?In this article, we will unpack the answer to this question.We will
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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 ...
Hidden Harm: Recognizing and Overcoming Emotional Abuse
Emotional abuse—or what The MEND Project refers to as covert emotional abuse—is hidden abuse and can be out of sight, going unnoticed and undetected within everyday interactions for months and even years. In this guide, we'll ...
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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