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Emotional Abuse from Parents

5 Emotionally Abusive Mistakes That Some ‘Good’ Parents Make

The vast majority of parents want to parent well. If they knew that their words or actions were harming their children or even causing

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why abuse victims stay silent

Why Victims of Abuse Stay Quiet

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. 

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Welcome to Finding Clarity and Healing

Thank you for making the decision to join our “Finding Clarity and Healing in Difficult, Confusing or Abusive Relationships” course. We are excited to

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Pillars of Abuse | The MEND Project

The MEND Project works to educate survivors and responders to identify cultural and faulty thinking structures that cause abusive behaviors. To understand the nuances

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My Therapist Doesn’t Believe Me: Phillip’s Story

Phillip, a male survivor of abuse, spent years trying to figure out why he felt like a slave. “It must be due to my

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Silent Treatment Abuse

Recognizing and Addressing Silent Treatment Abuse

Has your partner ever refused to talk to you or even look at you?  Arguments and misunderstandings happen to everyone, and sometimes, we need

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From Manipulation to Liberation

Joy’s Journey: From Manipulation to Liberation

This is a story from a brave survivor who courageously shares her story.  Survivor stories can be healing and validating for those who are

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When Tom Realized That There Was a Big Problem

When Tom Realized That There Was a Big Problem  Like many other male victims of abuse, Tom endured years of maltreatment, both physical and

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The Not So Just Justice System

The Not So Just Justice System: By Valerie

Valerie’s journey through the family court system might sound extreme to some of you, but it’s not.  We at The MEND Project hear so

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signs of a narcissistic parent

How to Spot a Narcissistic Parent

When a parent chooses to put themselves at the center of attention, forcing everyone and everything to orbit around them, this can be considered

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Stuarts Story

Stuart’s Story Of Narcissistic Abuse By His Mother

Often, children of narcissistic parents turn to substance abuse as a way to numb the pain caused by their parents. This becomes evident as

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A Guide on What to Say (and Not Say) to Victims of Abuse

What do I say when someone I know shares their experience of abuse with me?  This is an important question that we are going

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AI Support for Abuse

How AI Can Be a Supportive and Empowering Resource for Abuse Survivors

We recently connected with Anne Wintemute, founder of Aimee Says, to learn more about the heart behind this AI-powered help companion and how it can support people in confusing, difficult, or abusive relationships.  In the ...

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Finding the Strength to Leave an Abusive Relationship

How The MEND Project Has Helped Me The MEND Project has given me a place where I can express my deepest traumas and assist others who are going through or have been through circumstances and ...

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Oversharing: Finding Healing Through Self-Love

We all long for connection. To be seen, heard, and understood is part of being human. Yet sometimes the way we share leaves us feeling unsettled, ashamed, or even more isolated. Those feelings often happen ...

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Becoming the Parent Your Child Needs After Abuse and Trauma

This blog was written for us by Dr. Christine Cocchiola, a researcher, educator, and expert in coercive control and its impact on children and adult survivors. You know that feeling when you hear the door open. ...

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Court house pillars

What No One Tells Protective Parents About Family Court

This blog was written for us by Dr. Christine Cocchiola, a researcher, educator, and expert in coercive control and its impact on children and adult survivors. You went into family court expecting it to see what ...

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From Trauma to Triumph: My Journey Through Abuse and Injustice

How Has The MEND Project Helped You? I was looking for websites which validate the experiences of parents who have gone through hell via the family court system. I found yours, which offers an opportunity ...

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Disclaimer: The MEND Project is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The information on this website and the services we provide are offered for educational purposes in an effort to serve those impacted by abuse. While we are not clinicians, we are committed to research and to helping identify and clarify harmful behaviors and patterns when covert abuse is present. We do not seek to vilify any gender or any person, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, nationality, or other identity. © 2026 The MEND Project. All Rights Reserved.

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