You’ve been the victim of abuse—and now, you’re wondering if it was actually your fault. You’ve spent hours, days, weeks—maybe even years tipping back
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In this survivor of domestic violence story written by a courageous young woman who we will call Abigail, you’ll learn about: The craziness that
A common question victims of domestic abuse ask is whether or not an abuser can change. In this article, we will explore this question
If you have experienced any form of emotional abuse – whether from a family member, friend, or romantic partner – it can be hard
Spiritual abuse, or religious abuse, is one of the most damaging forms of psychological coercion, which can take years before a person fully heals
When abuse is present in a relationship, a trauma bond can form, making it difficult, and seemingly impossible, to stay or leave the harmful
If you are in an abusive relationship, the situation can become so dangerous that leaving becomes not just necessary but urgent for your safety.
If you have witnessed a friend or family member in an abusive relationship, you likely were concerned for their safety and maybe even their
Let’s begin with a few preliminary points before we get into how to interview and choose a therapist. It can be hard to know
Belittling within an abusive relationship happens slowly over time. If it happened outright and upfront, the victim would be more likely to confront it
There’s been significant debate and public discussion about the term ‘mutual abuse,’ which has been used to conclude that some situations of domestic violence,
It is difficult to understand overt versus covert behaviors and how each plays out within relationships. Yet understanding is the key to overcoming. Covert
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I Knew the Signs. Why Didn’t I See Them?
How The MEND Project Has Helped Me The MEND Project has helped me better understand the resources, tools, and skills needed for healing after domestic violence. As a survivor, I have learned that healing is ...
Emotionally Abusive Relationship: Common Behaviors
Abuse in relationships does not always begin with physical abuse or physical violence. Some abusive relationships are marked primarily by verbal abuse and psychological abuse, or emotional abuse. Emotionally abusive behaviors can occur in romantic ...
Self-Awareness and Radical Acceptance: A Path Toward Clarity and Healing
Have you ever reacted strongly to something and wondered afterward, Why did that affect me so much? Or caught yourself apologizing, shutting down, defending yourself, or questioning your own judgment before you even realized what ...
Manipulation in Relationships: Signs, Tactics, and How to Recognize the Pattern
Manipulation in relationships means using guilt, fear, confusion, pressure, or other emotional tactics to influence your behavior for someone else’s benefit, rather than communicating honestly and respecting your boundaries. It can be hard to recognize ...
People-Pleasing: Losing Yourself to Keep the Peace and Finding Your Way Back
Have you ever said yes when everything inside you was saying no? Maybe you agreed because you did not want to disappoint someone. Maybe you stayed quiet to avoid conflict, softened what you really thought ...
The Cycle of Abuse: Why the Bad Times Can Be So Confusing
Does your relationship move between periods of warmth and connection and difficult times that seem to keep returning? Perhaps things feel good for a while. You feel close to your partner and hopeful about your ...
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