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Healthy Relationships

WEBThe relationship spectrum below can help you understand where your relationship sits. A healthy relationship means that both you and your partner are: Communicative. You talk …

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Abuse and Mental Illness: Is There a Connection

WEBA common assumption we hear at The Hotline is that abuse is caused by a partner’s mental health condition, for example: bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic …

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Narcissism and Abuse

WEBExpectations of superior treatment from others. Fixations on fantasies of power, success, intelligence, attractiveness, etc. A belief that they are unique, superior, and associated …

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Healthcare and Abuse The National Domestic Violence Hotline

WEBSurvivors can experience a wide variety of health issues related to abuse, including (but not limited to): injuries, miscarriage, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder …

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The Importance of Self-Care

WEBEven in incredibly difficult times, it helps to understand the importance of self-care. That’s what self-care is all about: taking care of yourself in ways that feel best to you, focusing …

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Talking to Your Healthcare Provider About Domestic Violence

WEBIf you need to talk any of this through before you talk to your doctor, feel free to reach out to one of our advocates. We’re here 24/7/365 at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or by online chat …

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Pregnancy and Abuse: How to Stay Safe for Your 9 Months

WEBAdditionally, under the Affordable Care Act, all new and non-grandfathered health plans must cover screening and counseling for domestic violence — considering these to be …

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Survivor Health Connection Project

WEBSurvivor Health Connection Project - The Hotline. One in four women and one in seven men aged 18 and older in the U.S. will have been the victims of severe physical violence …

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Emergency housing for domestic violence victims

WEBIn 2022, over 16,611 domestic violence survivors reported homelessness when they reached out to The Hotline and had nowhere to go. This is a 114% increase compared …

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Safety Planning for Holidays and Weekends

WEBFamily and friends may struggle to help or support the survivor during this time. We suggest safety planning for holidays and weekends to help families and survivors feel safer …

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Reproductive Coercion

WEBReproductive coercion, defined as threats or acts of violence against a partner’s reproductive health or reproductive decision-making, is a form of abuse many people …

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Create Your Personal Safety Plan

WEBTry to memorize at least one phone number of someone you can call any time. You know your situation better than anyone else; trust your judgment and weigh your options …

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5 Powerful Self-Care Tips for Abuse and Trauma Survivors

WEBBeing a trauma survivor is a challenging journey, but it is also an empowering one. Trauma acts as the catalyst for us to learn how to better engage in self-care and introduces us …

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What is gaslighting

WEBThis term comes from the 1938 stage play Gas Light, in which a husband attempts to drive his wife crazy by dimming the lights (which were powered by gas) in their home, and …

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How to stay safe during pregnancy

WEBEmotionally safe during pregnancy. Protecting and maintaining your emotional energy during this time is also important and closely linked to your physical safety, as stress can …

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Counseling for Domestic Violence Survivors

WEBBreaking the isolation of domestic violence by seeking counseling and support from friends and family can help survivors to move forward. Counseling sessions provide a safe and …

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