The cycle of abuse includes four stages—tension building, abuse, reconciliation, and calm—that allow abusers to control their victims through fear and manipulation. This pattern can trap ...

It’s crucial for victims of domestic violence and stalking to connect with organizations that can provide protective ...

In conversations about domestic violence, one troubling question often arises: “Why doesn’t she just leave?” This question — whether spoken or implied — shifts ...

Recognizing the different types of abuse is the first step in breaking the cycle and empowering survivors to seek help. The cycle of abuse often begins with subtle, manipulative behaviors that ...

The cycle of trauma bonding includes repeated abuse with occasional moments of being “loved” or “saved.” The brain may latch onto the positive experience of relief and safety and aim to ...

A domestic abuse charity has received £60,000 of funding to help child victims to "break the cycle of abuse". The Haven ...

Now, a new domestic violence bureau within the office hopes to prioritize the issue and intervene in the cycle of violence. KPRC spoke to Mary McFaden, a longtime prosecutor and the chief of the ...