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Are You Being Emotionally Abused?

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021Blog, Guest BlogLeave a Comment

Many people are being emotionally abused without realizing it. Many wonder whether they are being abused but are confused as to what exactly emotional abuse is. As a way to help clear up any confusion you may have as to whether you are being emotionally abused, I present the most common tactics used by abusive people. The typical emotional abuser has an entire repertoire of tools he or she can use to manipulate and control their partner. While not every abuser uses these tactics in a deliberate, conscious way, many do.

Why Is It Difficult To Leave An Abusive Relationship?

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021BlogLeave a Comment

“Why don’t they leave?” is often the first response posed to survivors, implying that they are to blame for the abuse. When one has no knowledge or has never experienced abuse, it can be difficult to understand the deep emotional grip abusers have on their victims. That is why to simply leave is not as easy as going to the shops. A lot of safety planning, talking to trusted friends and being ready for a healthy life has to go in to creating an escape route.

Happy Holidays And New Year From Safe Speaks

December 30, 2020December 30, 2020BlogLeave a Comment

Happy Holidays and New Year from Safe Speaks.

What You Should Know About Financial Abuse

December 15, 2020BlogLeave a Comment

In most times when we talk about domestic violence, we tend to focus on physical, sexual and emotional abuse. Rarely does financial abuse come to mind. But why? Because financial abuse is less commonly understood or spoken about form of abuse. Sadly, this abuse or control of one’s access to family finances and assets is prevalent and occurs in up to 99 percent of domestic violence cases. So, why are we not talking about it?

7 Ways To Support A Person Going Through Gender-Based Violence

December 8, 2020December 30, 2020Blog1 Comment

The fight against gender-based violence is no longer an individual or women’s fight but a fight for every person. Each one of us has a responsibility to take action in eradicating the gender and social norms that promote violence against women.

Preventing, Responding And Eliminating Violence Against Women

December 1, 2020December 1, 2020BlogLeave a Comment

Violence against women is deeply rooted in gender-based discrimination, social norms that accept violence, and gender stereotypes that continue cycles of violence. Many efforts to address this vice have mostly concentrated on response efforts and paid less attention to primary prevention which is the key to eliminating violence against women and girls completely.

A New Frontier In Domestic Violence Prevention: Coercive Control Bans

November 24, 2020November 24, 2020Blog, Guest BlogLeave a Comment

Coercive control is the first step in domestic violence. If we can identify it and stop it there, we can save lives.

The Impact Of COVID-19 On Survivors Of Domestic Violence

November 17, 2020November 17, 2020Blog, Guest BlogLeave a Comment

With quarantine and social distancing during COVID-19, survivors of domestic violence face a new obstacle in receiving the care that they need.

How to Deal With Verbal Abuse

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020Blog, Guest BlogLeave a Comment

Verbal abuse is a way of hurting others, using words or silence as a weapon. Unlike physical abuse, verbal abuse doesn’t give rise to broken limbs, black eyes, or bruises. Yet it can be just as emotionally disturbing and often leads to anxiety, fear, despair, or depression.

5 Ways To Help A Person Going Through Domestic Violence

November 10, 2020November 12, 2020BlogLeave a Comment

If you know or suspect that a loved one is going through domestic violence, you might feel clueless about the best way to help. Simple actions such as reaching out and letting them know that you are there for them can provide tremendous relief and save a life. Here is a simple guideline on how to support them.