Column Archive

Getting out of an abusive relationship is never an easy thing to do. Read what other people’s concerns are and some of the suggestions we have to offer.

Counseling can sometimes help a relationship if both people want to do it. It can also help an individual deal with an abusive relationship and decide what to do next. Read some of the questions people had about counseling and our responses to them.

Domestic violence is usually not just a one-time event. It can happen repeatedly and it can get worse. Read about others’ experiences and what we had to say.

Being involved in an abusive relationship can be a very hard thing for many to understand. Read about challenges on moving forward and our suggestion of steps that can help.

Drugs and alcohol can alter the way people think and act. But regardless of one’s sobriety, abuse is abuse no matter what. Read about our thoughts on this matter.

Sometimes abuse doesn’t hurt physically but it can be very damaging emotionally. Read how emotional abuse affects others and what we think people should consider.

It's hard to see a friend go through an abusive relationship and it can be hard giving them the right kind of help. Read our suggestions on how to offer a friend the necessary support.

It's heartbreaking to see your own teen child exhibit abusive behaviors and know how to help them. Read what we suggest a parent can do to help.

Relationships often involve playful behaviors or light teasing. But sometimes this line can get crossed and it’s no longer healthy. Read what others have experienced and our responses to their concerns.

Taking legal measures is sometimes necessary when breaking up isn’t enough; whether you have to protect yourself or others are involved, legal action can be necessary. Find out why others have taken that step and what we think should be considered.

Getting out of an abusive relationship is not an easy thing to do. Moving on with your life after can be just as hard. Read about our suggestions to make the transition a bit easier.

Abusive relationships are not just about hitting someone; abuse also involves trying to control another person’s life, either by making decisions for them or trying to manipulate them. Read what others asked and we responded.

It doesn’t have to be done by a stranger to be considered sexual assault. For some people it's been done by the partner they love and trust. Read how it has affected some people and why we say it’s never their fault.

Having a crush on someone can sometimes lead people to follow the person around...consistently. But harmless actions can cross over to scarier things. See how stalking has affected one person and the suggestions we offer to help.

Staying safe doesn't just involve protecting yourself when you're in an abusive relationship or when you leave it; staying safe is also about making the right decisions in new relationships to make sure they are healthy ones.

Leaving an abusive relationship is never easy. It can even become scary when the other person refuses to let go. Find out the steps we suggested one person take to help her stay safe.

It can be hard to tell if you're in an abusive relationship so it's good to know some of the warning signs. Read what someone else has noticed in her relationship and our thoughts on what steps she should take.