Escaping Violence

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  Male Victims of Abuse Face Stigmas

  The so-called “stronger sex” reluctant to speak up when battered | While domestic violence is a plight most often faced by women, men are not immune to becoming victi... read more

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  'I'm Being Abused in Another Country'

  How one American woman vowed to help others after being trapped overseas at the hands of her abuser | Mom-of-three Paula Lucas, an American citizen, was living a ni... read more

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  Safety for Undocumented Victims of Abuse

  Fearing deportation, illegal immigrants often stay silent about domestic violence | Domestic violence is a crime no one is immune to. No matter a person’s class, stat... read more

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  Power Positions

  What happens when a person with fame and influence chooses to abuse | Abusers are sly. They start out as charming, thoughtful, kind, before morphing into something th... read more

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  Domestic Violence in the Military

  Why abuse is more prominent and less reported among military couples | One in four women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime and couples in the milita... read more

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  Why Doesn't She Just Leave?

  Many survivors with abusive partners are trapped out of fear | A commonly heard question when it comes to abuse is, “Why doesn’t the victim just leave?”  It seems ob... read more

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  When It's Time to Go: Part II

  8 steps to take to get out safely and hide well  | A safety plan is important to think about when a survivor is ready to leave their abuser. Part I of this article... read more

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  Do You Know Where Your Money Is?

  Achieving financial freedom is one step toward starting a new life after abuse | Taking control of one’s own financial matters is a valuable life skill for everyone t... read more

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  When It's Time to Go: Part I

  A checklist of essentials to take with you when escaping abuse | Walking out the door and away from an abuser—or kicking an abusive partner out the door, if so inc... read more

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  Getting Kids Out of Harm's Way

  Escaping abuse should be an urgent concern when children are involved | An estimated 8 million children a year are exposed to domestic violence in their homes, and som... read more

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  Don't Underestimate the Power of Support

  Connecting with other survivors after abuse can lessen PTSD, flashbacks and depression  | Escaping a violent or abusive partner is a monumental step toward a better... read more