Fighting the Temptation to Go Back to an Emotional Abuser
Three important steps to help you stay strong when you are tempted. KEY POINTS It is normal [...]
When You Need to End an Emotionally Abusive Relationship
7 signs that it's critical to end your relationship for your health and safety. KEY POINTS People [...]
Child Abuse/Neglect Can Predict Emotional Abuse in Adults
Research shows a relationship between child abuse and interpersonal violence. I do not wish to engage in [...]
Recovering from the Lasting Shame of Emotional Abuse
Recovering from the Lasting Shame of Emotional Abuse After escaping an emotionally abusive relationship, shame needs to be [...]
Why Shame Is the Most Damaging Aspect of Emotional Abuse
Why Shame Is the Most Damaging Aspect of Emotional Abuse Heal your shame in order to end an [...]
Coping Styles in the Time of Crisis
Coping Styles in the Time of Crisis How prior trauma can affect the way you cope with the [...]
Coping with the Coronavirus with Mindfulness and Compassion
Coping with the Coronavirus with Mindfulness and Compassion How these two tools can help combat fear and stress. [...]
The Damaging Role Silent Partners Play in Child Sex Abuse
The Damaging Role Silent Partners Play in Child Sex Abuse Betrayal, trauma, and the consequences Psychologists understand [...]
How Being Too Nice Can Be Dangerous for Women
How Being Too Nice Can Be Dangerous for Women Being a nice girl can set a woman up [...]
Self-Compassion Can Help Prevent Re-Victimization
Helping former victims of child sexual abuse avoid being re-victimized. This piece is part of a series directed toward [...]