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Courage Unleashed In 45 Days
June 24, 2019 New online program is promising survivors a cha...
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What Victim-Blaming Sounds Like
June 19, 2019 Five responses that we need to stop perpetuatin...
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What Happens After an Abuser Gets Arrested?
June 17, 2019 What’s going on from when an abuser is placed i...
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Courage Unleashed In 45 Days
June 24, 2019 New online program is promising survivors a cha...
Read more -
What Victim-Blaming Sounds Like
June 19, 2019 Five responses that we need to stop perpetuatin...
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What Happens After an Abuser Gets Arrested?
June 17, 2019 What’s going on from when an abuser is placed i...
Read more
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Why It's Important to Say "Died By Domestic Violence"
March 06, 2019 Using accountable language holds abusers accountable for murder | Do a quick scan of the headlines and you’re likely to see a few stories about hom... read more
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More States Considering Extreme Risk Protection Orders
March 04, 2019 ERPOs take guns out of the hands of people exhibiting dangerous warning signs | Essentially they’re a temporary restraining order for guns. Called ... read more
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The Wedding Forum That Helped Me Leave My Abusive Ex
February 27, 2019 A survivor nearly married an abuser, but complete strangers helped her spot red flags | I’m not sure what I was expecting from a group of strangers... read more
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Do I Need to Go to Rehab?
February 25, 2019 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 a... read more
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After Abuse, a High-Priced Divorce Is the Next Trauma
February 20, 2019 Survivors who leave an abusive partner often find themselves nearly bankrupt by divorce | Emily* estimates it cost her between $30,000 and $40,000 ... read more
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Battered Mothers Custody Conference Announces 2019 Dates
February 18, 2019 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 ... read more
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Ask Amanda: Does Having Money Keep You Safe from Abusers?
February 13, 2019 You can probably guess the answer to this one. A Silicon Valley advocate weighs in | Q: There’s a stereotype that domestic violence primarily affec... read more
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From Romance to Isolation: Understanding Grooming
February 11, 2019 Anyone can fall for the clever manipulations of an abusive partner | Most relationships that become violent or controlling do not start that way. R... read more
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Hospitals on the Lookout for Human Trafficking
February 06, 2019 A southwest healthcare group is training everyone from surgeons to security to spot human trafficking red flags | She might appear malnourished, fe... read more
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Why You Should Celebrate Yourself This Valentine's Day
February 04, 2019 Who says February 14th festivities require a mate? | Valentine’s Day, shmalentine’s day. After leaving an abuser, that’s probably what you’re think... read more
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Stages of Recovery After Trauma
January 30, 2019 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 par... read more
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How to Call Your Lawmakers
January 28, 2019 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 c... read more
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PAWS Act Provides Federal Protections for Survivors' Pets
January 23, 2019 Survivors fearful to leave an abuser because of animal abuse may soon have more options | For those lucky enough to have never experienced the cycl... read more
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When Survivors Believe They're Responsible for Ending Abuse
January 21, 2019 Some abusers convince survivors that abuse is their fault, and survivors take responsibility for everything | One way abusers control domestic viol... read more
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Ask Amanda: Is It Ever Safe to Go Back?
January 16, 2019 An abuser promises things will be different this time. Can this ever be true? | Q: My ex who abused me wants me to come back. He promised things ar... read more
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