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Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is rarely discussed openly. Yet according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, about 20 people per minute are abused by an intimate partner. In their lifetime, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will have experienced domestic violence. Intimate partner violence makes up 15% of all violent crimes in the US. Not all domestic violence is physical, either: stalking, rape, financial abuse, and verbal abuse are forms of domestic violence.

Studies have found that survivors of domestic violence experience higher rates of depression, eating disorders, anxiety, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts. The effects of domestic violence are physical too, including increased rates of chronic pain, unwanted pregnancies, HIV, irritable bowel syndrome, hypertension, and substance abuse.

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, you may feel hesitant to reach out for help, especially if you fear repercussions from your abuser. You should know that domestic violence hotlines like the one offered through RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) are 100% free and confidential. There are also empathetic therapists out there who understand your situation and what you are going through and can help you break free from your abusive relationship.

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Staying Safe When Social Distancing With an Abuser

  • Written byReina Gattuso
  • Apr 03, 2020
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Understanding the Cycle of Abuse

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  • Written byJessica DuBois-Maahs
  • Feb 11, 2020
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No matter a person’s age, sexual orientation, race, gender, or religion — anyone can be a victim, or…
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Domestic Violence: What You Need to Know

  • Written byJamie Wiebe
  • Feb 10, 2020
Domestic violence is a serious, life-threatening form of abuse perpetuated by intimate partners. While men are more likely…
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Rape is an Economic Crime: The Case for Mental Health Restitution

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  • Jan 27, 2020
On TV, the plot looks something like this: a woman is raped or abused. She is a sympathetic…
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What You Need to Know About Dating an Intimate Partner Violence Survivor

  • Written byReina Gattuso
  • Oct 21, 2019
During the relationship, I felt like a cardboard cutout of myself: thin, flimsy, a printed-on smile plastered on…
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Types of Domestic Violence – Signs and What You Can Do

  • Written byLadan Nikravan Hayes
  • Oct 30, 2018
While abuse is often stereotypically portrayed in only one manner, as physical violence, there are actually several types…
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Dealing With Complicated Feelings Around Abusers

  • Written byReina Gattuso
  • Oct 30, 2018
Recently, a man I know was outed as a serial sexual harasser. I say “know” in a rather…
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  • Written byReina Gattuso
  • Oct 29, 2018
The day after Dr. Christine Blasey Ford testified before congress about her experience of sexual violence in relation…
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Highlighting Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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  • Oct 29, 2018
In an effort to raise awareness about domestic violence in the U.S. and across the globe, October has…
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How Can Single Moms Heal After Domestic Violence?

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