by Jan Porter | Jan 1, 2025 | Domestic Violence
Let’s take our blinders and masks off. Let’s look back on the relationships that we had in 2024 and see if we can cultivate and grow those relationships. That would be the hope. We all need people in our lives. Some relationships will grow and maturewhile others will... by Shelby Ketchen | Nov 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
November (well, actually October 31) marks two years since I left my abusive relationship. I thought I had found freedom – and to an extent I had. But not altogether. I was hanging on to “maybe God will work a miracle and restore our marriage.” I know that happens... 
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that transcends cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic boundaries. It encompasses a range of abusive behaviors, including physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse, often perpetrated by one partner against another... 
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is defined as a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. It can manifest in various forms: Physical Abuse: This includes hitting, slapping,... 
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
The causes of domestic violence are complex and multifaceted. They often stem from a combination of individual, relational, community, and societal factors. Some key contributors include: Power and Control Dynamics: Many instances of domestic violence are rooted in an... 
by Elizabeth Sullivan | Sep 1, 2024 | Domestic Violence
The impact of domestic violence is far-reaching, affecting not only the victims but also their families and the broader community. Victims often suffer from a range of physical and mental health issues, including: Physical Injuries: Many victims sustain serious... 
