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Trauma-Related Guilt Is a Liar

You didn’t cause the abuse and you couldn’t have stopped it | As if it’s not enough to endure trauma and all its cohorts, like anxiety, depression, insomnia and anger,... read more
How to Minimize Stress and Fear During Your Divorce

10 ways to make sure you’re taking care of yourself during this time | There is no way to completely eliminate the stress of dealing with an abuser during this difficu... read more
Courage Unleashed In 45 Days

New online program is promising survivors a change in mindset through the power of positive thinking | What would you do if you were invincible? If you knew you couldn... read more
Public Records Reveal Domestic Violence in Senators Past

A reminder that disclosure details should be a survivor’s choice | In January, a slew of national news publications revealed that republican Iowa Senator Joni Ernst wa... read more
After Trauma, Sleep May Be What You Need Most

Your brain needs the extra rest to repair and recover | After surviving trauma, your brain may emulate a small child hyped up on a candy binge, except instead of sugar... read more
Do I Need to Go to Rehab?

Substance abuse can often be a byproduct of living through domestic violence, but there are people who can help | Some survivors turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to c... read more
Battered Mothers Custody Conference Announces 2019 Dates

From April 26-28, protective mothers will come together to learn how to get their kids back from abusers | Every day, protective mothers—those who have been abused by ... read more
Why You Should Celebrate Yourself This Valentine's Day

Who says February 14th festivities require a mate? | Valentine’s Day, shmalentine’s day. After leaving an abuser, that’s probably what you’re thinking—or something a l... read more
Stages of Recovery After Trauma

Every survivor’s journey to healing is different and shouldn’t be rushed | For those who have lived through the trauma of an abusive or violent partner, they may expec... read more
How to Call Your Lawmakers

You want to make a difference, but you’re not sure who to call or what to say. Relax. It’s easier than you think | When there’s an issue that you care about or a bill ... read more
Smart Home Technology Is Being Used Against Survivors

Abusers unlock doors, change temperatures, listen in on cameras, as a new way to torture | As if there aren’t enough psychological ways to torment survivors of domesti... read more
Keeping Your Cool as a First-Time Single Parent

During this stressful time, kids look to the protective parent to set an example | After leaving abuse, survivors might find themselves in the role of single parent fo... read more
Shelter Graduates Pay It Forward to Help Incoming Women

Former residents of one Las Vegas shelter formed a group to mentor other survivors | Las Vegas is famous for many things—Elvis impersonators, neon-lit-everything, danc... read more
Should an Abuser's Parents Still Get to See the Grandkids?

As the holidays approach, survivors may be wondering how to respond to this tricky request | The holidays are a time for family to come together, hold hands and sing “... read more
From Survivors to CEOs

FreeFrom is helping survivors find financial stability by starting their own businesses | Beyoncé asked it, so we’ll just back up what she said. “Who run the world? G... read more