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Understanding Reactive Abuse: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself
Reactive abuse is a complex and often misunderstood phenomenon that occurs in abusive relationships. It involves a victim of abuse responding to their abuser's...
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What is Love Bombing? How to Spot It and When to Run!
Love bombing is a manipulative tactic abusers use to gain control over someone else by overwhelming them with excessive attention, affection, and gifts. It...
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Signs of Gaslighting: 15 Red Flags to Watch Out For
Gaslighting is a manipulative tactic to gain power and control over someone. Recognizing the signs of gaslighting is crucial, as it plants seeds of...
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Is Your Loved One Being Abused? Learn How You Can Help
Seeing someone endure abuse is tough under any circumstance. It's not always obvious how to respond when you recognize the signs of abuse. Your...
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How to Prove Coercive Control: Practical Steps
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of coercive control as a form of domestic abuse. Unlike physical violence, coercive control operates...
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Readers’ Voices: What Abuse Victims Wish Others Understood
Every week, I ask readers on social media to share their experiences of abuse or recovery so that their voices are heard. By listening...
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Readers’ Voices: “I Didn’t Know I Was Being Abused”
Every week, I ask readers on social media to share their experiences of abuse or recovery so that their voices are heard. By listening...
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“Why Didn’t You Just Leave?” A Misguided Question
Victims of domestic abuse often face questions like "Why didn't you leave?" or "Why did you stay?" These questions wrongly suggest that victims are...