Types of Abuse
Updated: Aug 17, 2022 Relationship abuse is a pattern of behaviors used to gain or maintain power and control over a partner. People may experience one type of abuse or many types of abuse in their relationships. Click the arrow to learn more about each type of abuse. Physical abuse You may be experiencing physical abuse […]
How to Set Boundaries
Updated: Aug 17, 2022 In a relationship, you have the right to set boundaries about your actions, possessions and body. You also have the responsibility of respecting your partner’s boundaries. Learning how to set and maintain boundaries is an important part of building healthy relationships. Setting boundaries can sometimes feel strange and uncomfortable, especially if it’s […]
How to Create a Safety Plan
Updated: Aug 17, 2022 The most dangerous time in an abusive relationship is when a victim begins to take their power back and when the relationship is coming to an end. Having a safety plan is SUPER important. What is a safety plan? A safety plan is a personalized plan that helps you determine practical ways […]
The Not So Obvious Controlling Behaviors
Updated: Aug 17, 2022 Dating abuse and domestic violence happen when a partner uses physical, emotional, verbal or sexual abuse to gain or maintain power and control. Sometimes controlling behaviors can be masked as caring making it harder to decipher if your partner is using control. Let’s look at some tactics controlling partners use to manipulate […]
