'There will be joy in the morning,’ she said as she prayed for me one day. 'Joy in the morning.' After the pain, hurt,
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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.
The MEND Project works to educate survivors and responders to identify cultural and faulty thinking structures that cause abusive behaviors. To understand the nuances
Phillip, a male survivor of abuse, spent years trying to figure out why he felt like a slave. “It must be due to my
Has your partner ever refused to talk to you or even look at you? Arguments and misunderstandings happen to everyone, and sometimes, we need
This is a story from a brave survivor who courageously shares her story. Survivor stories can be healing and validating for those who are
When Tom Realized That There Was a Big Problem Like many other male victims of abuse, Tom endured years of maltreatment, both physical and
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
When a parent chooses to put themselves at the center of attention, forcing everyone and everything to orbit around them, this can be considered
Often, children of narcissistic parents turn to substance abuse as a way to numb the pain caused by their parents. This becomes evident as
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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Reactive Abuse Explained: Understanding the Survivor’s Response to Ongoing Harm
When two people share conflicting stories of abuse, determining what is happening can be difficult even for mental health counselors. This is especially true when prolonged mistreatment has caused the victim to react in aggressive ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
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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