You might assume that victims of domestic violence would escape from the living arrangements they share with their abusers as soon as possible. However, that is not always the case. For a multitude of reasons, some of them complex, they sometimes remain in the same...
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What is psychological abuse, and how do I know if it’s happening to me?
“He’s just doing it because he loves me… he doesn’t mean it.” Though many people look to identify abuse based on signs of physical harm, mental bruises are invisible. Psychological abuse is just as prevalent as physical, and the two often go hand in hand. Abuse and...
How can I tell the difference between psychological and emotional abuse?
Among the many types of domestic violence and abuse, psychological and emotional abuse are often used interchangeably due to their similar characteristics and effects. Both psychological and emotional abuse are types of abuse that do not involve physical contact....
What is economic abuse, and how do I know if it’s happening to me?
Has your partner ever stolen money from you, or denied access to your bank account? Has your partner ever prevented you from getting a job, or earning your own money? These mentioned actions are not frugal measures or efforts to be a supportive partner. They belong to...
