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Projection Explained: How Abusers Shift Blame to Maintain Control
Projection in abusive relationships is a defense mechanism where an individual shifts their own undesirable traits, emotions, or behaviors onto someone else. It’s a...
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Understanding the Cycle of Abuse: How Abusive Patterns Play Out
Abusive and controlling behavior is rarely an isolated incident. Instead, it typically follows a recurring cycle of highs and lows that can be hard...
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15 Warning Signs of Jealous and Possessive Behavior in a Relationship
Even in a committed relationship, each partner should have the freedom to maintain their individuality. That means they should feel free to dress, act,...
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Reactive Abuse or Reactive Defense? How Mislabeling Harms DV Victims
A recent case involving Paula, a woman married to a Metropolitan police officer, raises critical questions about the nature of coercive control, gaslighting, and...
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10 Myths About Domestic Abuse Everyone Needs to Know
Domestic abuse is a complex and multifaceted issue that is often misunderstood. Many people hold misconceptions about what domestic abuse looks like and how...
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Cyberstalking in Controlling Relationships: How Abusers Exploit Technology to Control
With the dramatic increase in internet and smart device capabilities, personal privacy concerns are greater than ever. And more and more, privacy breaches are...
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Why Alcohol and Drug Use Doesn’t Explain or Excuse Domestic Abuse
One of the most persistent myths surrounding domestic abuse is the belief that alcohol or substance use is a cause—or at least a reasonable...
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What Coercive Control Looks Like – 20 Real-Life Examples from Victims
Coercive control is often subtle and insidious, making it difficult for victims to recognize and explain to others. Unlike overt physical abuse, coercive control...