In any relationship, there is always the potential for violence. While physical violence may be the most obvious sign of a problem, there are many other signs that could indicate domestic violence is happening in your home. Emotional abuse, financial control, and isolation are all common tactics used by abusers to gain and maintain power …
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one in four women will be the victim of severe physical violence by a partner at some point in their lifetime. In addition, domestic violence hotlines receive approximately 20,000 calls per day. These staggering statistics make it clear that abuse is a serious problem that affects women …
Feminism is a movement that seeks to create an equal society for women. The feminist movement has changed the world by making it socially unacceptable to sexually harass or discriminate against women and mandating equality in pay scales. The word “feminist” has a negative connotation for many, who associate it with radical feminists. However, feminism …
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Gender-based violence survivors usually endure overwhelming long-term and short-term impacts of gender-based violence on their overall health. Females may suffer bodily harm, vulnerability to sexually transmitted diseases, and unwanted pregnancies. Other consequences include anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and suicidal thoughts. Learning how to support survivors of this long-standing human rights violation will keep …
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