Domestic Abuse Prevention
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Drugs, Alcohol, and Domestic Violence
Many abusers, batterers and rapists blame drugs and alcohol for their actions -- "I was so wasted..." But while drugs and alcohol are common in violent incidents, they are not the cause. Quitting them will not provide a quick fix to the problem. They are no excuse. There is no excuse.
Many abusers, batterers and rapists blame drugs and alcohol for their actions -- "I was so wasted..." But while drugs and alcohol are common in violent incidents, they are not the cause. Quitting them will not provide a quick fix to the problem. They are no excuse. There is no excuse.
The Top 5 Myths About Domestic Violence
Top five domestic violence myths myths about domestic violence. Myths that keep victims or survivors from getting help. Mis-understanding of the problem of battering and a tendency to defend the abuser.
Top five domestic violence myths myths about domestic violence. Myths that keep victims or survivors from getting help. Mis-understanding of the problem of battering and a tendency to defend the abuser.
Therapy for Batterers
It is often said that nobody knows what causes someone to be a batterer, so nobody knows how to fix it. Most efforts at counseling batterers have been remarkably ineffective. But some suggestions from Purdue University experts are worth looking into.
It is often said that nobody knows what causes someone to be a batterer, so nobody knows how to fix it. Most efforts at counseling batterers have been remarkably ineffective. But some suggestions from Purdue University experts are worth looking into.
Domestic Violence in Minority Groups
A ruling by the Texas Supreme Court highlights a common problem. Members of minority communities are especially vulnerable to domestic violence, and are less likely to know their rights and alternatives.
A ruling by the Texas Supreme Court highlights a common problem. Members of minority communities are especially vulnerable to domestic violence, and are less likely to know their rights and alternatives.
The Domestic Violence Cycle
The Domestic Violence Cycle describes a pattern that most abusers follow. Learning about the cycle can help clear up some confusion that survivers have, and can help them make a little bit of sense out of what is happening.
The Domestic Violence Cycle describes a pattern that most abusers follow. Learning about the cycle can help clear up some confusion that survivers have, and can help them make a little bit of sense out of what is happening.
Domestic Violence and the Police
Domestic violence calls are often the most dangerous calls police officers have to make. Every call is different and every call is volatile and potentially lethal.
Domestic violence calls are often the most dangerous calls police officers have to make. Every call is different and every call is volatile and potentially lethal.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In most states of the country, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is an excellent time to get involved, arrange to volunteer, and to ask questions of the experts.
In most states of the country, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is an excellent time to get involved, arrange to volunteer, and to ask questions of the experts.
Ask, Don't Tell
"My daughter left an abusive husband," someone told me, "and she's struggling with all kinds of emotions. I try to help her, but I must be saying the wrong things." Here's how to say the right things.
"My daughter left an abusive husband," someone told me, "and she's struggling with all kinds of emotions. I try to help her, but I must be saying the wrong things." Here's how to say the right things.
Top Ten Reasons To Call For Help
If you've been abused, don't make the mistake of trying to recover all by yourself. I've made a Top Ten list of reasons you should call your local Child Abuse Prevention agency, or Women's Crisis Center, and get them to help you.
If you've been abused, don't make the mistake of trying to recover all by yourself. I've made a Top Ten list of reasons you should call your local Child Abuse Prevention agency, or Women's Crisis Center, and get them to help you.
What About My Pets?
Many survivors stay in abusive situations because their pets are literally held as ransom. Learn how to find safe shelter for your pets and use this form of abuse as a tool to put perps in jail.
Many survivors stay in abusive situations because their pets are literally held as ransom. Learn how to find safe shelter for your pets and use this form of abuse as a tool to put perps in jail.
Why Do Women Return?
One of the most misunderstood issues in domestic violence is women returning to their abusers. Learn why this happens and the correct question to ask when faced with domestic abuse.
One of the most misunderstood issues in domestic violence is women returning to their abusers. Learn why this happens and the correct question to ask when faced with domestic abuse.
What Do These Women Have in Common?
Most people don't know that murder is the most common cause of death among pregnant women in the United States. Cases like Laci Peterson's bring this issue to the forefront of the American media.
Most people don't know that murder is the most common cause of death among pregnant women in the United States. Cases like Laci Peterson's bring this issue to the forefront of the American media.
Alcohol and Domestic Abuse
Buddy T, the About.com Guide to Alcoholism, has written an excellent article about domestic abuse, the role of alcohol, the cycle of violence, and how to get help.
Buddy T, the About.com Guide to Alcoholism, has written an excellent article about domestic abuse, the role of alcohol, the cycle of violence, and how to get help.
Resources for Domestic Abuse Survivors
Nikki Katz, About.com's Guide to Womens Issues, has compiled a thorough chart with information about hotlines, resources, statistics, and more to help you escape from an abusive situation.
Nikki Katz, About.com's Guide to Womens Issues, has compiled a thorough chart with information about hotlines, resources, statistics, and more to help you escape from an abusive situation.
The Patterns of Abuse
Pat Gaudette, Guide to Divorce Support, offers an article that details situations you may not have considered abuse. Did you know that humiliation and intimidation are considered abuse?
Pat Gaudette, Guide to Divorce Support, offers an article that details situations you may not have considered abuse. Did you know that humiliation and intimidation are considered abuse?
Get the Facts
This fact sheet from End Abuse.org details statistics about domestic abuse and violence in the United States. These numbers come from U.S. Department of Justice statistics.
This fact sheet from End Abuse.org details statistics about domestic abuse and violence in the United States. These numbers come from U.S. Department of Justice statistics.
For Friends and Significant Others
From the Heart to Heart Rape Crisis Center, valuable information for friends and significant others of survivors. Learn how to handle your anger and guilt, and how to help.
From the Heart to Heart Rape Crisis Center, valuable information for friends and significant others of survivors. Learn how to handle your anger and guilt, and how to help.
MINCAVA
The Minnesota Center against Violence and Abuse offers articles, fact sheets and action alerts. From statistics on clergy abuse to survivor resources, you'll find lots of information to teach you about the subject, and resources to help stop these crimes.
The Minnesota Center against Violence and Abuse offers articles, fact sheets and action alerts. From statistics on clergy abuse to survivor resources, you'll find lots of information to teach you about the subject, and resources to help stop these crimes.
Warning Signs of Domestic Abuse
This article lists the warning signs of domestic abuse so friends and family can be aware of trouble and help before the situation escalates.
This article lists the warning signs of domestic abuse so friends and family can be aware of trouble and help before the situation escalates.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. Find activities, promotional ideas, and things you can do to further the cause of domestic abuse awareness.
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the United States. Find activities, promotional ideas, and things you can do to further the cause of domestic abuse awareness.
How Friends and Family Can Help
From the Broken Spirits Network, learn how friends and family can help a survivor recover, and how to overcome lack of family support.
From the Broken Spirits Network, learn how friends and family can help a survivor recover, and how to overcome lack of family support.
No Safe Place
PBS offers information about a film by Colleen Casto and Mary Dickson that explores the roots of violence against women. A teacher's guide and copies of the movie are available.
PBS offers information about a film by Colleen Casto and Mary Dickson that explores the roots of violence against women. A teacher's guide and copies of the movie are available.
Nine Ways for Men to Stand Against Domestic Violence
This article from Weave.com, a crisis center in Sacramento, CA, offers ways men can take a stand against domestic violence and influence others. Did you know that keeping silent when you hear others bragging about control and intimidation is tacit approval of violence?
This article from Weave.com, a crisis center in Sacramento, CA, offers ways men can take a stand against domestic violence and influence others. Did you know that keeping silent when you hear others bragging about control and intimidation is tacit approval of violence?
Domestic Violence in the Workplace
The American Institute on Domestic Violence has training and programs to help employers provide a safe work environment for domestic abuse survivors. Learn statistics, myths, liability issues, and steps to making the workplace safe for everyone.
The American Institute on Domestic Violence has training and programs to help employers provide a safe work environment for domestic abuse survivors. Learn statistics, myths, liability issues, and steps to making the workplace safe for everyone.
When a Friend Has Been Assaulted
When a friend has been assaulted, it's hard to know what to do and say. Read this article and follow its guidelines. Then you will know the best way to help your friend recover and heal.
When a friend has been assaulted, it's hard to know what to do and say. Read this article and follow its guidelines. Then you will know the best way to help your friend recover and heal.
Witnesses to Domestic Violence
Did you know that children who witness domestic violence between their parents can develop psychological problems? These problems include depression, anxiety, and aggressive behavior. Discover treatment options and preventiative measures.
Did you know that children who witness domestic violence between their parents can develop psychological problems? These problems include depression, anxiety, and aggressive behavior. Discover treatment options and preventiative measures.
Mental Health Effects of Domestic Violence
There are emotional as well as physical consequences to domestic abuse. Did you know that some survivors suffer from "emotional numbing" as well as dissociative states and eating disorders?
There are emotional as well as physical consequences to domestic abuse. Did you know that some survivors suffer from "emotional numbing" as well as dissociative states and eating disorders?