When I first read about "Stockholm Syndrome" I was delighted because it seemed to explain some of my feelings and thoughts towards my husband when I was married to him. And it seemed to explain why I found it so hard to identify that he was in fact abusing me — and how hard it… Continue reading The Myth of “Stockholm Syndrome” and other labels which are used to discredit and pathologize victims of abuse
Our Fourth Anniversary of Helping Victims of Domestic Abuse
Behold, I cry out, 'Violence!' but I am not answered; I call for help, but there is no justice." (Job 19:7) Four years ago today, January 7, 2012, ACFJ's first post was published. And while we have experienced many changes, one thing remains the same: we continue to cry out for justice for victims of domestic… Continue reading Our Fourth Anniversary of Helping Victims of Domestic Abuse
