by Beth Simpson | Jun 1, 2025 | Domestic Violence
Did you know that abuse from domestic violence can be the result of that person having a mental illness? (Duh – Of course! People who abuse others are not “right in the head”.). Okay, that seems like a “gimme.” But really – there are people who are (or become)...
by Beth Simpson | Jun 1, 2025 | Domestic Violence
There are several types of mental illnesses. Mental illness is one of the most difficult illnesses to “cure.” One of the main reasons, in my opinion, is because so many times the person that has a mental illness is either unaware, or in denial. A person with a mental...
by Beth Simpson | Jun 1, 2025 | Domestic Violence
How do you set and keep those strong, unyielding boundaries? Start by deciding what you will and will not accept. What are your absolutes? If you need help figuring out what those are, ask a trusted friend (if you can) or observe healthy relationships around you to...
by Beth Simpson | Jun 1, 2025 | Domestic Violence
May was Mental Health Awareness Month, and June 1 was Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day. Dealing with an abusive relationship is incredibly difficult. Add a mental illness, and it’s nearly impossible to truly disconnect and heal. What makes mental illness different? In...
by Beth Simpson | Aug 1, 2024 | Leaving
“A beginning is a very delicate time.” ~ Virginia Madsen August is not the typical time of year that new beginnings come up, However, for many families it is the beginning of a new school year. This is the time of year for new schedules and new school...
