After Abuse
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Should You Change Your Social Security Number?
A social security attorney explains the pros and cons | Starting your life over after domestic violence is not a simple task. If your abuser isn’t behind bars, many... read more
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Time Doesn't Heal All Wounds
The battle scars domestic violence leaves behind | When most relationships end, what’s done is done. Time heals all wounds, right? In some instances, maybe, but it’... read more
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Advocates Team With Police as First Responders
Pioneering efforts aim to help where justice system leaves off | When topics involving police, courts and domestic violence are published on domesticshelters.org, o... read more
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'My Friend Told Me She's Being Abused'
The right and wrong thing to say at this moment | Someone in your life has just entrusted you with a serious confession: She (or he) is being abused by their partne... read more
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The Excuses We Tell Ourselves
There’s no justification for an abusive partner | Before you ever got into an abusive relationship, you probably said at some point, “I would never let anyone mi... read more
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Rebuilding Your Self-Esteem After Abuse
5 ways you can start feeling good about yourself and the world again | After escaping an abusive partner, starting a new life can feel empowering. You’re on your ow... read more
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Give Back a Smile
National program helps heal visible effects of domestic violence | "It feels good when you can smile and know that the world is smiling with you. I smile all the ti... read more
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Arm Yourself with Information
Free online handbooks can help violence survivors heal | Escaping and recovering from violence, including domestic violence and sexual assault, means you first need t... read more
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Why Survivors Should Set Goals for the Future
Think long-term when you're escaping violence | Business mogul Bill Gates once said that people tend to overestimate what they can do in one year but underestimat... read more
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Staying Strong After Leaving the Shelter
Why some survivors consider returning to an abusive partner | Make no mistake about it—seeking help from a domestic violence shelter is a courageous, bold and strong d... read more
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