Theresa Werba
Theresa Werba is the author of eight books, four in poetry. Her poetic work ranges from forms such as the ode and sonnet to free verse, with topics ranging from neurodivergence, love, loss, aging, to faith and disillusionment and more. She also has written on autism, adoption, and abuse/domestic violence. In 'Warning Signs of Abuse: Get Out Early and Stay Free Forever', she offers guidance for women in the early stages of abusive relationships, drawing from her own 21-year experience in an abusive marriage, combined with research and reflection. She blends her artistic background with a profound understanding of personal and emotional challenges.
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Driving as Domination: How Abusers Use Cars to Create Fear and Control
Coercive control is not limited to the home. It follows the victim wherever they go. It shows up in ordinary routines, including something as...
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12 Everyday Phrases Abusers Use That Sound Innocent but Aren’t
Abusive language is not always loud or aggressive. Some of the most harmful communication is delivered calmly, framed as sensible, caring, or even thoughtful....
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How Trauma Lives in the Body: The Physical Impact of Abuse
Physical violence is not the only harm that leaves lasting marks. Coercive control and emotional abuse can create profound physical disruption, unsettling the nervous...
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25 Paths to Healing from Domestic Abuse
Abuse doesn’t just leave scars. It erases. It strips away identity, confidence, and joy until you begin shaping yourself around someone else’s moods and...
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The Quiet Complicity of Neutrality: How Refusing to Take Sides Enables Abuse
When I opened up to some friends, a couple I’d known for years, about my husband’s abusive behaviour, they said, “We don’t want to...
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8 Signs You Are Being Love Bombed
At first, it feels intoxicating. Someone new comes into your life and seems to worship everything about you. They shower you with praise, affection,...
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How Abusers Turn Boundaries Into Battles for Power
In a healthy relationship, boundaries are what create mutual respect and safety. They allow two people to understand each other’s needs and maintain individuality....
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Living in Fear: How Abusers Use Intimidation to Maintain Control
Domestic abuse victims often describe their lives as walking on eggshells - fragile, tense, and constantly on the edge of danger.
Fear lies at the...
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