Penelope Van Buskirk
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A Letter to Family and Friends of Abused Women
You have watched and worried about your daughter or friend who married several years ago. She and her husband have attended family dinners and outings. As parents and friends, you have seen bruises on her; a black eye one time and a bruise on her cheek another. You have carefully approached her yet she denies that anything abusive is happening. She is quick to answer when questioned as if the answers have been pre-orchestrated.
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Domestic Violence and Honesty: Are you protecting an abusive spouse/partner?
Domestic Violence and Honesty: Are you protecting your abusive spouse/partner?
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Domestic Violence: How to Leave An Abusive Relationship Safely
Leaving an abusive spouse can be very traumatic, however, you are not alone. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, an estimated 1.3 million women are victims each year and the numbers are growing. In so many cases, you as the victim of Domestic Violence are under the control of your partner. He can be very loving and kind one moment and abusive the next. It can be very difficult to leave someone you may love, but it is important to focus on your future; a future without violence, abuse and fear. Planning ahead is crucial.
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Domestic Violence, Abuse: The Effects on Children in the Household
“Mommy, Mommy,” cried the seven year old. “You have blood on your face and in your hair,” she said in a fearful voice. “It’s okay sweetheart. Mommy just fell in the shower.” She was silent for a moment than said, “I heard Daddy yelling at you last night. It woke me up. Will he hurt my sister and me too?” Her mother lied. “No honey. Daddy didn’t do this. He loves us. You must have had a bad dream.”
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AGAINST MEN: IT IS MORE PREVALENT THAN WE THINK
Mark and Valerie had just left a movie. Hand in hand, they strolled toward their car and suddenly heard shouting and screaming. They stopped walking. The mall parking lot was well lit. They listened, scanned the area but did not see nor hear anyone. As Mark opened the door to their car, they heard the loud voice again. A male voice. “Leave me alone! “he shouted. This has gone on long enough. I’m filing for divorce. You’re a sick woman! You just broke my nose! You need professional help. I’ll take a cab and pick up my car and the kids at the house. Just leave!” Then silence.r
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Power and Control: A Foundation of Domestic Violence
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, the power and control of verbal abuse is certainly a form of domestic violence. I was in a grocery store several days ago when I heard a man speaking to his partner in a low voice. So I pretended to look through various products on the shelves in front of them. The man said in a low growl, "if you buy that, I'll take your car keys for a week. Do you understand me?"
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