Domestic Violence

Fight Against Domestic Violence And Abuse!
Against Domestic Violence And Abuse!
Domestic violence and abuse can occur to anybody, yet the crisis is often unnoticed, excused, or even denied. This is particularly true when the abuse is psychological, rather than physical. Emotional abuse is frequently minimized, yet it can leave profound and permanent scars. Noticing and acknowledging the warning signs and symptoms of domestic violence and abuse is the first step to ending it. No one should live in fear of the person they love. If you recognize yourself or someone you know...

A Funeral for My 28 Year Marriage
Squidoo friends, family, loved ones, old and new friends...
Please join me in sorrow and healing as I seek closure and inner peace. On Squidoo I go by the name JJNW. Many of you know me by this, and many by my real name, Janienne. Some of you will not know me at all, but may find this in your own journey of healing. In any case, thank you for attending this virtual funeral for my marriage. Squidoo is a place I feel safe and loved, hence my choice to host my service here. I thank the good people of Squidoo for ongoing support, love, and encouragement...

Domestic Violence Continues even after Leaving and How to move on for Good
Domestic Abuse - Can you ever escape it...
Domestic Violence or Domestic Abuse, no matter what form it comes in, Physical abuse emotional abuse or Verbal Abuse is not acceptable, and you deserve better! Domestic Violence is all around us, and happens in many houses, no matter what time of year, although during Christmas and New Year incidents of Domestic violence reported increase at this time of year. there is no excuse, for domestic Violence. no matter what time of year, or excuse. What excuse will it be this time, "sorry...I won't ...

Act against domestic violence
Domestic violence
Unfortunately, domestic violence is a real issue of our days, which is why it's important so speak out for yourself if you're one of the persons who's been abused this way. This form of violence goes on in families and they're either acts of family members such as parents or your own husband. In most cases of domestic violence people who've been abused are silent because they are afraid of what the others might think. They don't want the pity of the others and they are also embarassed by the ...

Domestic Violence Info and Resources
Help Stop Domestic Violence
Has domestic violence affected your life? Would you know a domestic violence victim who was in need of help if you were talking to her right now? Would you even know HOW to help? Look at my photo. Do I look like a domestic violence victim? A...

Help The Domestic Violence Victims
Some Shocking Domestic Violence Statistics
Were you aware that one woman dies as a result of domestic violence virtually every 63 minutes in the Russian federation? Over 650,000 women are battered by their own husbands or other family members on a yearly basis, a non-governmental organization revealed early in December. The actual violence "ends up murdering 14,000 women every year" throughout Russia, the actual ANNA women's help support team stated in a study- "ANNA was the first organization in Russia to provide crisis and counselin...

I Did Not See I Was Being Abused by My Husband for Over 20 Years
Gaslighting, Crazy-Making, and Ambient Abuse in Marriage
"That would NEVER happen to ME!" Or so I thought. I am an intelligent, reasonably strong, outgoing woman with a B.A. degree in psychology with an emphasis on marketing. I have had over 500 articles and web sites published. I've raised two great kids as a full-time stay-at-home-mom who works from home. I am no sap. I do not cower in corners. I am not "the type" that people imagined as being a victim of spousal abuse. And yet...well, I was. And I am not completely free of it yet (April 2012)....

Surviving Being Abused and Dumped After 20+ Years
I'd Catch a Grenade for Ya, But You Won't Do the Same
The Bruno Mars song "Grenade" hit home for me recently. I've never actually had the need to catch a grenade for anyone, but if someone had thrown one at my husband, I'd like to think I would have caught it (out of bravery, not stupidity, mind you). After giving birth to his children, a woman has pretty much already proven she will lay down her life for her man, but if I had needed to reprove my love, I would have. So continues my series on the aftermath of destruction left in the wake of my ...

Why Don't They Leave? Domestic Violence/Abuse
Why don't women/men leave abusive relationships
 Why don't they leave? is a question that those not in such a relationship often have. Some in such a relationship also may wonder why they don't get out. This list is to help those who aren't in such a relationship understand some of the reasons why which may in turn help them to help others leave. Ultimately the decision has to be up to the one in the situation but knowing others are there for them can be a big help. If you are or have been in such a situation feel free to conta...

How to Recognize an Abuser
Domestic Violence...what does it look like?
While you scream at your woman, there's a man wishing he could whisper in her ear. While you humiliate, offend and insult her, there's a man that would love to be reminding her of how beautiful she is. While you hurt her, there's a man wishing he could take her pain away. While you make her cry, there's a man stealing smiles from her. Recognizing the signs of an abuser, at an early stage in the relationship, can save you from potential harm. At first, the signs my be difficult to recognize, ...