Many people search for “signs you’re in an abusive relationship”, mostly because something feels off. An abusive relationship doesn’t always start with bruises or shouting matches. They are, in fact, ...

We often ask survivors of domestic violence, "Why didn't you leave?" But we rarely ask a more important question: Who told ...

In my book Unhealthy Helping, I emphasize that well-intended intervention isn’t enough to effectively help others, and some forms of helping are subject to backfire. This is especially true when it ...

The relationship didn't feel like a crime while you were inside it The clearest sign that something was wrong was how normal ...

Content Warning: This article discusses domestic violence. If you are in distress and need someone to talk to, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or text START to ...

In April 2026, Dr. Cerina Wanzer Fairfax was shot and killed by her husband while their divorce was pending. She had done what she was supposed to do. She had initiated the legal process to leave ...