Those who experienced abuse or neglect in childhood often repeat this behavior with their own children or partners. Here's ...

Emotional abuse is domestic violence and a crime. Several institutions and organizations offer support to those who experience emotional abuse or any other type of domestic violence. People may think ...

Articles about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often focus on physical violence. But emotional abuse can also cause PTSD. Some research suggests it may be as harmful as, or even more harmful ...

I began writing about reenactments in my last two posts. A reenactment is an effort to undo or understand a traumatic event by unconsciously repeating it. In this post, which I have divided into two ...

Physical and mental health effects of physical abuse may include bone and skin injuries, depression, trauma, social isolation, and difficulty trusting others. “Abuse” is a broad term that describes a ...