I Was Never Heard - By “Brooke” | The MEND ProjectIn this survivor of domestic violence story written by a brave soul who we
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This is the story of one child's journey through the foster care system. As you read the experiences of this child who survived abuse,
Secondary abuse is when victims of abuse are inadvertently or intentionally mistreated by the people they trusted with their story.In this post, we're going
Have you ever asked your partner to stop doing something you’re uncomfortable with?For example, he won’t stop photographing you in your bathing suit. Or
Abuse is so confusing it can be hard to put into words.What seems like a simple conflict to work through can become muddled and
Education is the first step toward gaining the clarity needed to recognize abuse, empower those affected, and encourage others to find safe spaces to
Does your partner think an apology will resolve the relational stress and confusion you’re experiencing? Or do they think their apology is enough to
For couples experiencing relationship issues that they can’t seem to solve on their own, seeking marital or couples counseling is often considered the next
At some point, you will likely have the opportunity to confront a person about their abusive personality and behavior. Whether the abuser is a client,
We naturally talk about female victims of abuse, but men are abused by their partners as well. It’s just not talked about as much.According
Have you ever found yourself in a heated argument with your partner, only to emerge feeling bewildered as they deftly justify their actions, leaving
We are proud to share the powerful testimony of a strong survivor who was sexually assaulted in a place meant to facilitate relaxation and
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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 of ...
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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