Battered Woman Syndrome [BWS]

Battered Woman Syndrome [BWS]

The term “Battered Woman Syndrome” (BWS) refers to a pattern of psychological and behavioral symptoms that can appear in victims of domestic violence, particularly in women who have endured persistent physical, emotional, or sexual abuse by their intimate pa...
The Red Flags

The Red Flags

1. Vindictive partners; People who are vindictive seek to get revenge on those who they believe have harmed them. They harbor resentments for a very long time and will do anything to get even....
Effects Of Abuse On Children

Effects Of Abuse On Children

Children who witness domestic violence may suffer serious and lasting consequences. Their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being can be significantly impacted by seeing or experiencing violence in the home....
Why Don’t They Leave?

Why Don’t They Leave?

Many people’s first thought when they learn that someone is involved in an unhealthy or abusive relationship is, “Why don’t they leave?” This kind of reaction could seem reasonable if you’ve never been in an abusive relationship. Throw up...