Category Archives: Domestic Violence
The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children
Many people in unhappy marriages stay together for the sake of the children. When the home is steeped in violence, even if it is not directed at the children, the effects can be devastating on young hearts and minds. Up to ten million kids and teens actually witness violent interactions between caregivers or parents… Read More »
When Pets are Targeted in Domestic Violence
If you live in fear of an abuser, one of your best friends and sources of comfort may be a beloved pet. Pet lovers know that the love of a pet is one of the most companionable and satisfying relationships around—why else would so many people treat their pets as though they are human… Read More »
Lethality Assessments Predict Serious Violence for DV Victims
Domestic violence is a serious problem in this country, directly impacting over 30 percent of women and 25 percent of men who have at one time or another suffered violence at the hands of an intimate partner. The domino-effects of domestic violence (DV) mean that the impacts on children and families, as well as… Read More »
Testify Against Your Abuser in DV Cases
She was stabbed to death while pregnant. Ms. Chilel was 20 weeks pregnant, and was the mother of two, when the father of her children went into a rage and killed her. Neighbors commented that the admitted killer had the face of a madman and was prone to extreme jealousy. It was only after… Read More »
The Hope Card for Domestic Violence Survivors
After the upheaval and disruption of domestic violence, survivors often feel jittery about their futures. The turmoil of violence can certainly lead to post traumatic stress, and with it all of the insecurities and fears one might expect. Recognizing as much, Floridians who’ve suffered domestic violence (DV) now have a new bit of legal… Read More »
Is it Domestic Violence?
You find yourself making excuses for your partner’s behavior. Always conscious of your own behavior and trying to appease this significant other, you find yourself making decisions that you hope will please them, not yourself. You’re always afraid of a meltdown—sometimes fearing for your physical safety. You’ve considered packing it in and leaving, but… Read More »
Killing an Abuser Could Lead to Prison for Victims of Domestic Violence
It was 1984. When Ms. Ford told her brother, George, about her husband’s threats and abuse, the two discussed ways to get rid of the abuser, who’d dragged her through dog feces, squeezed her hand in order to break the glass she was holding and shredded her hand, punched and pulled her hair, and… Read More »
Dispelling the Myths Around Domestic Violence
Even though millions suffer from domestic violence (DV) in this country, there are still pervasive misconceptions about it that confuse Americans. It’s time to dispel the myths so the realities can be properly addressed. Myth: Only women are the victims of DV. Fact: Though it’s not nearly as well documented as violence against women,… Read More »
When Sibling Violence is Domestic Violence
When most people think of domestic violence, they think about violence between adults. But the fact of the matter is, sibling violence exists in many American homes, either alongside violent adult behavior, or all by itself. Either way, the outcomes can be horrendous. What it’s Not Kids do compete, disagree, and even fight. Healthy… Read More »
Domestic Violence and Pets
For pet-lovers, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a wagging puppy tail or a cuddling kitten. That’s why many aggressors who engage in domestic violence have figured out that turning their aggression toward family pets can be an effective way to dominate family and loved ones. When it comes to domestic violence (DV), our… Read More »