The cycle of abuse has four stages, each with specific behaviors that occur when abusers control their victims through fear and manipulation. This cycle defines abusive intimate relationships, helping ...

Domestic violence remains one of the most pervasive yet underreported issues within the Black community. It affects individuals across all ages, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds, often leaving ...

February is recognized nationally as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the realities of unhealthy and abusive relationships among young people. Led by ...

When Marissa first came to me, she was going through her second divorce. Both partners had been physically and emotionally abusive during the relationship, and the divorce was nothing short of ...

Hobeck said technology is playing a larger role in allowing abusive behaviors to take hold.

Verbal abuse leaves invisible wounds that can be just as painful and damaging as physical injury. Unlike bruises or broken bones, these emotional injuries remain hidden from view, often making them ...

Discipline involves teaching your child ways to behave, follow rules, and learn self-control. Abuse isn’t discipline but rather actions that harm a child. Learn the difference and where to find help.

The Ludington police department noted in a social media post that the month of February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness ...