As many as ten million children witness violence between their caregivers each year. Parents involved in a violent relationship may think that the fighting does not affect their children or may not be aware their children know about the violence.
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A victim cannot control their abuser and violence, however, they can plan for how they will respond to future incidents and other patterns of abuse.
Domestic violence can happen in any neighborhood, income level, or background and manifests its self in a variety of ways. Domestic violence is incredibly complex; yet one commonality that remains the same is that in relationships in which domestic violence is occurring, one person desires to control another emotionally, physically, financially, or otherwise.
Read MoreIt is incredibly hard to understand why some victims do not leave their abusers. However, abusers more often than not go to extremes to prevent the victims from leaving. It is a fact that leaving an abuser is the most dangerous time for a victim of domestic violence.
Read MoreIt is important to know the warning signs of abuse in a friend, family member, etc. and this includes the more subtle signs. Domestic violence can occur in any relationship and sometimes goes overlooked. Domestic violence manifests itself in many forms and no two relationships will ever be the same. However, there are some common warning signs of abuse...
Read MoreWondering how you can help give back during Domestic Violence Awareness Month?
Read MoreOctober is around the corner and which means so is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! If you are a survivor, a parent or sibling, or know of somebody who has suffered abuse; or if you are simply just concerned about the issue, this month is the time to come together and help support victims.
Read MoreThe list of supplies always seems endless, and it is hard to estimate how much we need to buy for our kids. Did you know the average parent spends $600 per kid on back to school supplies?!
Read MoreThe controversy that surrounds where a baby sleeps has developed into two camps. Put her in a crib, some people say, and you'll deprive her of necessary, reassuring contact. Put her in the parents' bed, others maintain, and she'll never learn to be independent.
Read MoreSummer is here, and the outdoor fall sport season is coming quickly. This means pool time and all of the outside adventures for the kids in your life. Sometimes walking down the drugstore aisle looking for the sunscreen for your little one can become daunting as you realize all the options.
Read MoreThe bill, HB17-1035, adds victims of sexual assault and stalking to the group of people eligible to break their leases for safety concerns, and also adds additional types of acceptable
Read MoreThe Colorado Children's Hospital recently wrote a great article about how to handle summertime if the kids in your life may not like traditional, sport-centered activities. Sometimes it's hard as a parent to get your child outside and moving, and Dr. Stuart offers some tips on how to get them out there.
Read MoreAlways start with, "I believe you." It is important to support your loved one going through a difficult time, your support can help them get the help they need.
Read MoreYour little words of wisdom, actions, and conversations with the child in your life dramatically create the framework for the future of your relationship. What you say and what you do decides that relationship.
Read MoreWe can’t believe that another summer and come and gone, and the new school year is right around the corner! Below are 3 tips to help with the transition and make the 2017 – 2018 school year the best yet for you and your children.
Read MoreAs we all try to make sense of the attack on Manchester a lot of parents around the world are asking how and if we should be talking to our children about this. Should we try to shelter our children from information about the Manchester Attack?
Read MoreOne of our core values is approaching family law cases and representation from a "child first" perspective. Our "Child Abuse Prevention" campaign was a time during the month of Aprilto acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect.
Read MoreOne of the most important things to be aware of is how your case, or your life in general, is affecting your overall health. Robert Hetlser, has written a great article about, "How Your Health is Impacted by Your Divorce." It is important to be aware of how these stressors affect your overall health, such as increase depression and increased anxiety.
Read MoreThe Angel Run honors the precious lives of those murdered because of domestic violence and creates a legacy to help save the lives of others.
This fundraiser gives families, advocates, survivors, and supporters the opportunity to 'go the distance' for domestic violence awareness.
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