Family Violence

Many victims leave an abusive relationship and begin another one. There are many issues that you must resolve to help yourself and not feel vulnerable before starting a new romance. Indulge in...

God intended us to roam this earth with freedom, joy, and love. And when any of this is taken away from our life, we have been declined our God given right to be happy within our lives. The thing...

Most couples treasure their vows, love and marriage, but not all. Domestic violence is a rapidly growing crime that affects 2.5 million women each year. Men and children can also be victims of...

Domestic violence is a serious crime. Physically harming or harassing others is breaking the law. In domestic violence situations, a common cycle occurs with identifiable stages. Learning these...

The prime motivation behind domestic abuse is control and power; the abuser exerts force or manipulates in order to gain dominance over another. According to Helpguide.org, "The abuser doesn't...

3.4 million people were victims of stalking in the United States during the last 12 months, according to a 2009 study by the U.S. Department of Justice. 76% of all women killed by partners were...

As a counselor, I have heard many stories with complex family issues. However, the ones that are the most disturbing are when they involve children who are not fully protected by the adults. Egos...

Domestic violence is frightening not only for the victim, but for those that witness it and hear it. Some may think that once the bruises or lacerations on the victim go away, that it is the end...

According to the US Department of Justice, 1.3 million women and 835,000 men are victims of domestic violence every year. Many of these individuals are abused by their intimate partners...

Talking to a friend or relative who may be in an abusive relationship can turn the victim's life around. Offering alternative living situations and emergency phone contacts are just two of the...

Watching a loved one, family or friend going through an abusive relationship is difficult and frustrating to experience. Now imagine how the victim of the abuse feels. It is imperative that what...

Domestic abuse can inflict physical and emotional scars that some victim never lose. If you're a victim of domestic abuse in Florida, follow these steps to find help.

Domestic violence is a form of control that includes emotional abuse. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, any attemp to exert control over an intimate partner...

Spousal abuse may take the form of physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse and verbal threats of violence.

Child abuse can come in four different forms: physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse or neglect. Look for common signs that abuse may be a part of a child's life.