A marriage is bliss between two people, but when one has to deal with an emotionally abusive marriage, this marital bliss becomes a curse. Emotional abuse is more devastating than physical abuse, as one is mentally and emotionally broken apart. Your lack of Few signs of an Emotionally Abusive...
There are signs your partner is mentally abusive (also called emotionally or psychologically abusive) that have little to nothing to do with physical violence at all. In fact, as a Domestic Violence Victim Advocate and Planned Parenthood Certified Responsible Sexuality Educator, the majority of abuse...
If you are not in a physically or mentally abusive marriage, does your girlfriend encourage you to leave your husband? Do you give your girlfriend resources from your marriage without consulting your husband? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, you need to rethink priorities an...
Yet, as mothers, we sometimes forget that in our relating to our adult children. When we can view them with some detachment, when our reactions to them are no longer based on expectations or being dependent on them, we are then able to love them fully and freely. Do not look at your ...
We each brought our traditions and expectations to bear. When I recently chose to divorce this man who had played “grandpa” to my children’s children, old wounds surfaced. Had I known that to leave him meant I would lose my only local family, I probably would have stayed for the ...
You call APS and report a vulnerable senior that has no person in his life because he is an abusive mentally ill man and then walk away. If they call you, you tell them you ARE NOT his caregiver, NEVER WILL be his caregiver and for them to do WHATEVER they ne...
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So how can we take control of this constant nervousness that depletes our energy and drains us mentally? Here are some solid coping skills that can easily be woven into the daily routine to help us keep our powder dry: Watch your diet Increase the intake of omega-3 fatty acids found in...
Violence against children and the elderly also falls under the banner of domestic violence. If you have a spouse or partner who is abusive to your children, you have grounds to report these behaviors to the authorities. Your children rely on you to keep them safe, so deciding to get help ...
If you want to get out of an abusive relationship but he/she is constantly around because they are a member of your friendship circle, how can you avoid falling back into the relationship? Brainstorm every possible obstacle to reaching your goals and come up with ways to overcome the challen...