A form of domestic violence that often goes unnoticed is digital abuse. In today’s connected world, abusers can exploit technology to exert control, monitor, and manipulate their victims, even when they’re not physically present. Digital abuse, also known as cyber or tech abuse, is a growing problem, and its covert nature makes it especially difficult […]
Financial Abuse is Abuse
When we think of domestic violence, physical and emotional abuse often come to mind. However, one of the most insidious forms of abuse, financial abuse, is often overlooked. Financial abuse involves controlling a person’s ability to acquire, use, or maintain financial resources, leaving the victim dependent on the abuser. This form of abuse can be […]
Sexual Assault Prevention Month
April is an important time of the year because it’s Sexual Assault Prevention Month. It’s a time when communities all over the world come together to talk about something that’s difficult but necessary: sexual assault. Sexual assault is when someone forces or coerces another person into sexual activity without their consent. It’s a serious issue […]
Teen Dating Violence: A Serious Issue That Needs Attention
Teen dating violence is a significant and concerning issue that affects many adolescents across the country, including here in Arkansas. As a child advocate for The Safe Place, a domestic violence shelter, I am committed to raising awareness about this issue to help eliminate violence in our community. Teen dating violence refers to physical, emotional, […]
Bullying Awareness Month: Shining a Light on a Global Issue
October is not just about changing leaves and pumpkin-spiced lattes; it’s also Bullying Awareness Month. This annual campaign reminds us of the profound impact of bullying on individuals and communities worldwide, and it encourages us to take action. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of Bullying Awareness Month and how we can […]
Witnessing Violence Can Lead to Trauma in Children
Any form of violence children are exposed to from or between their parents can have a traumatic effect on them. This includes physical violence such as hitting, pushing, choking, etc. as well as non-physical forms of violence such as screaming, name calling, tearing each other down, threatening harm, destroying objects, etc. Children also do not […]
Safer Internet Day
February 7th is Safer Internet Day, a day in which attention is called to the internet to make it a safer place for children. The internet is full of scammers, people trying to take your information, and bullies. Traversing the internet is fun, but to do so safely can be difficult especially for children who may […]
Back to School Checklist: Conversations to have with Your Kids
As the days of the calendar draw closer to the first day of school, we began to check off the list of things to do before school starts: buy clothes, shoes, and school supplies, attend open houses, get class schedules, sign up for activities, and make sure that your child has everything needed to be […]
Toxic Stress and Our Children
Living in a home with domestic abuse is tough on children – regardless of whether they are actually physically ‘abused’ or not. The stress of the constant conflict or cycles of conflict – yelling, screaming, chaos, witnessing violence, comforting an injured parent, tiptoeing around an abusive adult, living in and cleaning up messes left by […]
April is Stress Awareness Month
April is ‘Stress Awareness Month’ and this is a good ‘Awareness’ emphasis to share with victims of domestic violence since abuse of any kind is one of the adverse life experiences that can lead to stress. Stress – particularly stress caused by domestic violence – can lead to serious physical and mental health issues on […]
