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Definition Of Abuse

Abuse comes in many forms and types. It’s hard to pinpoint why an abuser chooses a certain type of person. Unfortunately, that’s usually one of the first things the victim tries to figure out…”why me?” There is no real answer, … Continue reading

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How to Love Yourself

“I am the one I have been looking for.” –Iyanla Vanzant We spend so much of our time waiting to be loved, hoping love will find us, searching, yearning for that special love. Feeling empty and lost without it. Wanting … Continue reading

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Is He a Potential Abuser?

No one wants to think that the person they are dating or in love with could possibly harm them. Many times, it is your friends or family that may see something you don’t. They may tell you that something is … Continue reading

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What Are the Effects of Abuse?

If someone is abused, it can affect every aspect of that person’s life, especially self-esteem. How much abuse damages a person depends on the circumstances surrounding the abuse, how often and how long the abuse occurs, the age of the … Continue reading

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What are some types of abuse and how do I recognize them?

What are some types of abuse and how do I recognize them? by: Cathy Meyer Whether abuse is overt or covert, it is about control. Aggression is primitive and immature reactions to a sense of helplessness and feeling a loss … Continue reading

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