For many, breaking the cycle means protecting themselves and their loved ones from dangerous situations. While for many people, relationships can be a beautiful way to connect, share experiences, and grow with another person, for far too many others, relationships become toxic, violent, and abusive.
When a relationship becomes unhealthy or abusive, it’s important to acknowledge it and create a plan. Everyone deserves a safe and respectful environment.
The resources provided here will help you identify the signs of relationship abuse and understand how to take steps toward safety, healing, and a more secure future.
Table of Contents
- Domestic Violence Statistics 2024
- Dating Violence: Understanding Signs and Seeking Help
- How to Document Abuse and Prove Domestic Violence: Building Your Case
- 31 Disturbing Signs of Gaslighting in a Relationship
- How to Leave a Toxic Relationship: Ultimate Healing Steps
- How to Get Out of an Emotionally Abusive Relationship: Steps to Regain Your Freedom
- 11 Early Signs of a Controlling Man: Never Ignore These Red Flags
- Know the Warning Signs of Abuse to Protect Yourself and Others
- Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence: How Addiction Affects Relationships
- Domestic Violence Statistics by State 2024
- It Was Never About Clothes: Student’s Haunting Photos Confront Assault Myths
- 11 Signs of a Toxic Relationship You Do Not Want to Ignore
- LGBTQ+ Sexual Violence Statistics 2024
- How to Report Sexual Assault: Guide and Resources
- Child Sexual Abuse Statistics in the U.S. 2024
- Resources for Abuse
- How to Help a Friend in an Abusive Relationship
- Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
- 6 Signs of Manipulation in a Relationship (and 16 Manipulator Tactics)
- How to Recognize Emotional Blackmail and Retake Control of Your Life
- How to Talk to a Narcissist: 9 Strategies to Survive the Storm
- Teaching Love, Fighting Abuse: A Look Back at the Love Is Not Abuse Coalition