Articles related to "Domestic Abuse"



Abusive persons: Reasons to Run
The final list of characteristics of abusive personalities. If these are present, you must get out of this relationship. It will not get better. Remember O.J. Simpson?
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LGBT Domestic Violence
Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people experience domestic abuse at the same rate as heterosexual women, but few organizations give survivors support or advice.
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Types of Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse comes in many different forms. What are the different kinds of domestic abuse people can experience?
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INTERRUPTING THE CYCLE
Only a few years ago, employers were still uncertain about whether or not domestic violence was their concern. Today, thousands of employers are realizing that domestic violence has an impact on everyone in the workplace.
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Abuse: 14 Good Reasons to Run
What are the signs that you may be spiraling downward into a sick relationship that may leave you abused - emotionally and physically? The 14 reasons are right here.
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Abusive Traits: 14 Reasons to Run
More on abusive traits. It doesn't get better--only worse. If you are still checking off traits of your significant other, get out now. This is not a good sign.
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Battered Women
The article examines the causes of domestic violence, the symptoms of abuse, the effects from battering on women, and the personality profile of the male batterer.
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Chris Brown, Rihanna and Domestic Abuse
Domestic violence remains a problem in America. We need to take it more seriously.
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Counseling Strategies
Effective counseling techniques for counselors working in battered womens' shelters.
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Domestic Abuse Leads to Homelessness
Women in abusive relationship are most likely to wind up homeless and in fear for their lives.
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Emotional and Verbal Domestic Abuse
Physical abuse is visible to the world, but emotional and verbal abuse can be just as damaging to self esteem and the happiness of our relationships.
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Healing Mars Problems
What kind of problems do astrologers find people have with their mars placement, and how are those problems healed?
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Recession Triggers Rise in Domestic Abuse
The Calgary Women's Shelter has reported a dramatic increase in the occurrence of domestic abuse, and lays the blame for this on the recession.
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Animal Cruelty Linked to Violence Against People
Statistics show that those with a history of cruelty to animals are more inclined to abuse their families and commit violent crimes against strangers.
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Control: Hindsight is 20/20
So many times we think we are the only ones who are going through this control thing. Here is a letter written by a friend of mine that I think you will find very familiar, in that it illustrates that ALL abuse victims live much the same lives.
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He says he'll take my kids!
I hear this every day: "I told him I'm leaving and he says he can take my kids." It's very difficult for him to take your kids, and this article addresses that.
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Just Say No
Do you feel like your mate is constantly criticizing your every action, no matter how carefully you cleaned the house or how perfectly that roast came out? And do you find yourself jumping to the rescue for every catastrophe, big or small? It's called caretaking, and it could drive you nuts!
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Male Victims of Domestic Violence
Men who are abused by women often suffer in silence. In addition to the shame shared by many women victims of domestic violence, men must overcome gender stereotypes.
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Specific Abuser Tactics: Accusing
When he comes right out of the blue with "you must be having an affair with so-and-so," do you feel like you've walked into a trap? One of those damned-if-you-do, damned-if-you-don't things. This article will give you something to say instead of NOT ME!
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Specific Abuser Tactics: Discounting and Trivializing
How many times have you heard "You need to lighten up!" or "You take everything so SERIOUSLY!"? And all you want is for him to understand the fact that he has hurt your feelings or made you feel bad. Read this article for some insight.
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Specific Abuser Tactics: Diverting
How many times have you asked a seemingly innocent question and only wanted a simple yes or no answer...only to find yourself explaining why you need to know, or denying that you are accusing him of something... if you have been in that situation, this article will give you some much-needed information.
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Specific Abuser Tactics: Witholding and Teasing
How many times have you been treated to the "silent treatment?" This article discusses that and teasing, and tells you ways to respond to these two classic abuser tactics.
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The Book that Set Me Freeeee!!!
If you don't read any other book to try to help you figure out what's going on in your life, <b>READ THIS ONE</b>! After I read it, I swore that she had been looking in my windows to write it, it was so close to my life. This book will open your eyes and give you hope that there is a better way.
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The Problem of Domestic Violence
What is Family Abuse in America Today? How this Type of Abuse is Defined, and the Different Relationships that Fall within the Parameters of Family Abuse.
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The Truth about Threats
Does your abuser threaten you? Does he tell you he's going to leave if you don't "behave," or take away the telephone or tear up your car? There are many forms of threats, and this article talks about some of those. I also give you some thoughts about how to take away the power of those threats. Read on...
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To the families and friends of abuse victims
I know it is frustrating to have to watch our loved ones be abused daily. However, until she is ready to take action, there is very little you can do, as a bystander. There are a few things you CAN do, and this article will attempt to give you some ideas.
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Various Faces of Abuse
Abusers live to control, and control is abuse. It's how they keep you "under their thumb." This article lists some basic types of abuse; there are many definitions, but I have chosen four of the top "favorites" that most people may experience: emotional abuse, financial abuse, isolation, and sexual abuse. I also touch briefly on physical abuse.
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Why Don't You Just Leave?
Don't you just cringe when someone asks you that? All I can say is that there are several reasons why we can't "just leave." In this article I discuss some of them, and I invite you to send me your own reasons, to be included in a later article.
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Your pain is still Real
In this hour of national crisis, don't let anyone tell you that YOUR problems are any less important.
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Are You Being Physically, Verbally or Emotionally Abused? Take the Abuse Quiz
Are there things that happen day after day that make you wonder if abuse is present in your life? If so, take this abuse quiz.
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Dating Violence
"Love is blind" is quite true in high school. Students don't see jealousy, power and control for what it is. Instead, they see it as love. Here are warning signs.
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Domestic Violence - Rihanna and Chris Brown
Recent reports of physical abuse between pop stars Rihanna and Chris Brown have fueled discussions about domestic violence. Should you ever take back an abuser?
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Domestic Violence Dynamics
Many Domestic Abusers have been known to have low self-esteem, and to abuse their victims not only physically, but psychologically and emotionally, as well as sexually.
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Domestic Violence Is a Workplace Problem
This article provides tips for dealing with an employee that you suspect is involved in an abusive relationship, strategies for creating a supportive work environment, and resources for victims, managers, and co-workers.
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Domestic Violence Is Everyone's Concern
Victims of domestic violence are not always easily recognized, but many hide the results of abuse in the workplace, in the neighborhoods, on the streets, and in families.
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Emotional Abuse - The Rearranging of One's Mind
This article was written for the Domestic Violence Event here at Suite101.com to coordinate with Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is article for adults who are experiencing or know someone who is experiencing Emotional Abuse. This article also addresses the question of whether or not emotional abuse affects our children. It provides several links to other web sites that may be of interest or help to the reader.
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Husband Abuse: Support and Recovery
Men's rights advocates have come a long way in getting husband abuse recognized as a form of domestic abuse. There is help and resources for men to recover from abuse.
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Orders of Protection in Illinois
The Illinois Domestic Violence Act offers civil and criminal remedies to victims of domestic violence. The civil remedy is the Order of Protection.
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People With Disabilities Languish with Abuse
Abuse violence has increased towards disabled people. Special needs children are vulnerable. Studies show that most perpetrators are family members or paid caregivers.
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Power, Male Privilege and Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is one of the most powerful expressions of male privilege. It is also the leading cause of death or injury for Australian women aged 18 to 45.
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Book Reviews: Women Abuse Publications
Two books are profiled, each written about women in different parts of the world, yet share a common theme.
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Domestic Violence and Kids
When children witness the terror of domestic violence in their homes, the mental and emotional scars they suffer can damage them, and cause long-term effects.
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Emotional & Physical Husband Abuse
It's a myth that few men experience domestic violence. Here's an inside look into the prevalence and health effects of emotional and physical husband abuse.
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KARLA HOMOLKA - update on Charter of Rights
Karla Homolka took part in the torture and sex slayings of at least two young school girls and her own sister. This is an update on what the Canadian government is attempting to do to protect the public from this woman who the National Parole board described as having psychopathic tendencies.
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The Closer on TNT Cable TV Split Ends Episode
Kyra Sedgwick stars in The Closer on TNT Cable TV. Deputy Chief Brenda Johnson of Priority Homicide Los Angeles Police Department. Split Ends addresses abuse and murder.
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When Love Hurts
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Why Do Abuse Victims Stay?
Survivors often stay with their attackers for a variety of reasons. Despite the emotional toll that abuse takes on them, some stay because they "love" their abusers.
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I Can't Take The Pain!
Domestic violence is taking on a not so new turn. More men are stepping forward and admitting that they have been victims of abuse.
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Battered Husbands
Men suffer from domestic violence as well. Read more to learn about male victims of domestic violence and what you can do to get help.
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KARLA HOMOLKA: Convicted Murderess
In the early 1990's fear gripped southern Ontario. School girls were being abducted, raped and murdered. Karla Homolka was the accomplice of her husband, Paul Bernardo. Recently, she went before the National Parole Board. What were their findings?
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