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The 5 Painful Elements of an Abusive Traumatic Bond August 23, 2021 . 2 Comments
by Karen Landmann, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor in New York City The 5 Painful Elements of an Abusive Traumatic Bond When Home Becomes Prison You are imprisoned ... Read More
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Some People Are Stuck at Home with Abusers. What Can They Do? March 23, 2020 . 3 Comments
Even those in emotionally healthy homes are feeling the strain of so much togetherness at this time of uncertainty and social distancing. But for some, this is their worst nightmare. Distance ... Read More
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Reaching Survivors: Domestic Violence, Gender, and Family Courts February 7, 2020 . 13 Comments
As a mental health professional working with survivors of domestic violence, I have witnessed firsthand the failure of family courts to protect women and children from extremely abusive ... Read More
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Why It’s Important to Recognize Male Survivors of Domestic Abuse October 27, 2018 . No Comments
According to data from the U.S. Department of Justice, most intimate partner violence (82%) is committed against women. Increased awareness of domestic violence against women has spurred ... Read More
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Break Free from Your Abusive Relationship: You Are Worth It! October 18, 2017 . 12 Comments
I’m here to say you do not have to stay in an abusive relationship. There is a way out, and I’m here to help you through that process. If you asked me how I ended up in an abusive relationship ... Read More
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Abuse Amnesia: Why We Stay with Our Abusive Partners October 3, 2017 . 5 Comments
People often wonder why those they care about stay with romantic partners who hurt them. It’s a good question on the surface, but the answer is much more complicated. When people are ... Read More
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Restrictive Alcohol Policies May Reduce Alcohol-Related Homicides October 2, 2017 . 1 Comment
Legislation that restricts access to alcohol may lower rates of alcohol-related violence, according to research published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs. Alcohol consumption ... Read More
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Different Faces of Trauma: My Journey to Heal from Childhood Wounds September 11, 2017 . 7 Comments
My story begins with my parents’ story. My father, who is from Sicily, has spent his entire life working, quite successfully. Ever the money-oriented man, he ensured he always had ... Read More
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Heavy Drinking Associated with Increase in Intimate Partner Violence August 17, 2017 . 2 Comments
Among heavy drinkers, intoxication is correlated with increased violence against intimate partners, according to a study published in the journal Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. Previous ... Read More
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Consensual BDSM versus Abuse: Guidelines for Couples Therapy August 17, 2017 . 5 Comments
You consider yourself an open-minded therapist. As such, you feel ready to accept and understand almost anyone who walks through your office doors, whatever concern or issue they bring ... Read More
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Do Coffee Drinkers Live Longer? and Other News July 21, 2017 . 3 Comments
Two new studies suggest coffee drinkers may live longer. Research published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine collected data on 521,330 Europeans over 16 years. Men with the highest ... Read More
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How Sexual Violence Affects College-Age Women with Disabilities May 25, 2017 . 3 Comments
Sexual violence is a common experience among college women with mental health or behavioral disabilities, a study published in the Journal of Women’s Health concludes. The study’s authors ... Read More