I've been considering why people are hesitant to believe reports of abuse. Not just that. I'm considering the responses even when they DO believe it. There is a tendency to blame the targets / victims and I have wondered why that is. And here's something that's been a slight comfort to me. It's not just… Continue reading Victim blaming — what should we do about it?
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Stop saying “Divorce causes broken homes.” Just stop it.
This was a comment posted on our Facebook page by our friend Juliette. Divorce often occurs when targets of abuse (with their children) LEAVE the "broken home." A "broken home" in which they have bravely STAYED, with passionate hope for healing - for way too long!! A "broken home" which is making the targets ill, mentally fragmented… Continue reading Stop saying “Divorce causes broken homes.” Just stop it.
