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My Story of Surviving Twenty Years of Abuse
I met my former spouse under unfortunate circumstances when I was just 16. We were both liberal Muslims who acknowledged our faith but did...
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Surviving Stalking: Reclaiming My Life from Control
When I first met Mark, he seemed like the perfect partner. We met in Sydney at a mutual friend's barbecue, and he immediately swept...
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From Love to Fear: Surviving a Controlling Relationship
I met Daniel in the summer of 2008 while traveling through Spain. I was a wide-eyed tourist, exploring the vibrant streets of Barcelona, when...
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David Edwards and the Hidden Struggles of Male Victims
David Edwards, a respected solicitor from Chorley, Lancashire, met a tragic end at the hands of his wife, Sharon Edwards, just two months after...
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Anna Coutts-Trotter’s Teen Relationship Turned Abusive
At just 15 years old, Australian Anna Coutts-Trotter entered into what appeared to be an ordinary teen romance. However, it quickly developed into a...
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Real Stories: Chloe Holland Was Tormented by Her Ex-Partner
"He controlled who she spoke to, what friends she had on Facebook... he controlled her freedom."
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Angel Lynn’s Harrowing Story Reveals Dangers of Coercive Control
Angel Lynn, an 18-year-old college student from Loughborough, dreamed of becoming a forensic scientist. Known for her bubbly and adventurous spirit, Angel's life took...
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Real Stories: Tina Rickard’s Journey from Love Bombing to Coercive Control
Tina Rickard's* story is a harrowing yet inspiring tale of resilience, courage, and the quest for freedom from an emotionally abusive relationship that began...