Pick a place where you know you can go right away if you feel like your safety is being threatened. It could be the home of a trusted family member or friend, or a local shelter for domestic violence ...

Recognizing signs of abuse in a relationship, especially from a spouse or boyfriend, presents a daunting challenge due to its intricate dynamics. Despite the unmistakable presence of red flags, ...

Domestic violence remains one of America’s most pervasive yet under-discussed public health crises, affecting millions of individuals across all demographic categories. The psychological and physical ...

National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Services developed by this collaboration can ...

Elder abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, or financial, and abusers are often family members. Signs of abuse may include bruises, weight loss, seeming withdrawn or fearful, and unpaid bills. You ...

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said a boarding home that may have been operating illegally was discovered, along with a 64-year-old man ...

Dating among teens is common and can even be healthy for emotional and social development. But it’s critical that teens learn the signs and risks of an unhealthy relationship early. The Centers for ...

Orthopedic teams refer a fraction of patients for intimate partner violence intervention compared to other specialties, despite being well-positioned to detect signs of abuse, according to a study by ...

Source: Ruby and Peter Skitterians. Pixabay. Pixabay License. No attribution required Childhood sexual abuse is a serious problem globally. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that one in ...

Reports of child abuse and neglect have declined significantly since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. That’s not an indicator of fewer incidents, child and family services professionals say.

The number of reports to the National Anti-Violence and Sexual Harassment helpline has increased in recent years.