Physical Abuse

Childhood maltreatment takes many forms, including physical neglect, emotional abuse, physical violence, and sexual abuse. Men and women who experienced childhood abuse may struggle with ... Read More

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and many websites will be featuring information about how victims can escape violent relationships, as well as tips as to how friends and family ... Read More

Children who have been victims of maltreatment can develop emotion regulation problems that affect many areas of their lives. Some survivors of abuse can experience symptoms of posttraumatic ... Read More

Whether you are thinking of joining the military, are an advocate against sexual abuse and violence, or simply want to watch a riveting documentary, I encourage you to see The Invisible ... Read More

Relationship violence has been the focus of much research over the past several decades. Different types of relationships, including married couples, cohabitating partners, casual partners, ... Read More

Posttraumatic stress often is associated with a significant life trauma, such as childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, death, or other events that cause intense emotional distress. ... Read More

According to a recent study conducted by Rylan J. Testa of the Center for LGBTQ Evidence-based Applied Research in Palo Alto, California, two out of every three transgender individuals ... Read More

Intimate partner violence is a social problem that has plagued communities for generations. The consequences of domestic violence are enormous, including psychological impairment, physical ... Read More

Receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer can be one of the most significant life stressors a woman may ever encounter. Breast cancer survivors are more susceptible to psychological problems ... Read More

Canadian foster care services are similar to American social services in that they aim to provide safe and nurturing environments for children in need. Children who are referred to social ... Read More

Intimate partner violence and aggression are issues that have been studied at length in recent years. The prevalence of this type of violence is remarkably high, with some estimates suggesting ... Read More

Adults who have survived childhood abuse are more likely to experience mental health problems than those who were not abused during their youth. Depression, anxiety, panic, posttraumatic ... Read More