Packing Your Bags

Contemplating leaving an abusive partner? Here is how to start preparing Packing Your Bags If you are not in immediate danger and are considering leaving an abusive partner, there are several things to keep in mind. First, connect with an experienced domestic violence...

What Is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

Even though abusive partners may have this mental health disorder, abuse is still their choice In this guide, we’ll talk about narcissistic personality disorder, a mental disorder that many survivors of abuse come across in their search for answers when questioning...

Do Women Get as Much Compassion as Animals?

The sad truth about how little we sometimes value women’s lives in cases of abuse How many times have you seen the ubiquitous ASPCA commercial with the sad-eyed dogs and cats looking up in slow motion while Sarah McLachlan sings “In the arms of an angel…” in the...

Am I Being Abused?

A guide to understanding what constitutes domestic violence and abuse If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I being abused?” while desperately trying to convince yourself the answer is “no,” you’re not alone. Most survivors of domestic violence will say that it was...