Breaking the Cycle
By Amy Watson Nature versus nurture: it is a thing. Generational trauma is currently being studied so that professionals can predict and prevent repeated traumas and even treat potential medical conditions associated with trauma experienced by someone’s parent or even their grandparent. In many ways, it is safe to assume that trauma experienced even in […]
Violating a Protective Order
By Rebecca Lynn According to DomesticShelters.org, approximately half of protective orders (POs) domestic violence survivors obtain against their abusers who physically assaulted are were violated. Two-thirds of the protective orders for victims of rape or stalking are not followed by the abuser. These statistics, like most about domestic violence, are a little daunting, but by […]
What is a Protective Order?
By Rebecca Lynn Ending an abusive relationship is statistically one of the most dangerous times for a survivor. Making sense of the legal system and understanding how to protect yourself after leaving is complicated and unpredictable. Domestic violence advocates, like those at BTS, can help you with community resources, tips to stay safe, and legal […]
But It’s Not Abuse: Leaving an Unhealthy Relationship
Many times, we hear about abusive relationships and how horrible they truly are, but there are also unhealthy relationships. Unhealthy relationships do not have to be abusive, but there are many reasons why you should still leave a bad relationship. Everyone deserves to be in a healthy and happy relationship, which is why you should […]
How to Identify or Create Social Support Systems
It’s okay to feel vulnerable when asking for help. Because domestic violence thrives when victims are isolated, social support has often been restricted or made extremely difficult for a victim to obtain. Where can you find a support system of people who recognize these challenges? How can you even articulate what you’ve experienced in your […]
How to Support Healthy Love
Having healthy relationships with friends and romantic partners is the backbone to a living an overall fulfilling and healthy life. It means having stability, warmth, healthy love, companionship, devotion, and true friendship. Healthy love is what keeps us going when times are tough, or when nothing seems to be going right – when your partner […]
