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emotional abuse
Articles
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...
Video
Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse: One Woman’s Journey of Emotional Healing (Video)
In a heartfelt video, a victim of narcissistic abuse shares her story of enduring 24 years of emotional and mental torment from her husband....
Articles
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...
Articles
Playing the Victim: A Key Tactic Abusers Use to Control
Abusive behaviour often stems from a need for power and control, and one of the most subtle yet effective ways in which abusers achieve...
Articles
The Heartbreaking Reasons Some Abuse Victims Wish Their Partner Would Hit Them
When we think of abuse, most people immediately imagine physical violence—bruises, black eyes, and broken bones. Physical abuse is horrific and unacceptable, but it's...
Stories
New Year, New Life: How I Chose Freedom on January 1st
It was New Year’s Day when I decided to leave my husband. There is something significant about January 1st. It is a day filled...
Articles
The Silent Treatment: A Toxic Tool of Control
The silent treatment is a common response in many relationships, but what might seem like a momentary pause or cooling-off period can be much...
In the News
Former Australian Cricketer Michael Slater Denied Bail Over Domestic Abuse and Stalking
Former Australian Test cricketer and cricket commentator Michael Slater has been denied bail for the second time this year, remaining in custody over a...