Domestic Violence

If you are the victim of physical or sexual abuse, stalking, harassment or some other type of threatening behavior, you may wish to obtain a restraining order. A restraining order can protect you against these behaviors and, in the process, safeguard your physical and...

Even if your relationship is mostly calm, you know your partner can be unpredictable. During an argument, he or she may scream at you or even assault you. If someone calls the police, your partner even may claim you have assaulted him or her. Regardless of whether...

Figuring out how to handle domestic violence can seem tough, and noticing hidden signs can be just as hard. Some signs may not seem obvious at first, but learning more about them can help you make important decisions. Exhibits controlling behavior According to the...

Even though your partner never raises a hand against you, that does not mean you cannot experience domestic violence. Verbal and emotional abuse may leave psychological scars rather than bruises, broken bones or welts. WebMD explains non-physical abuse and its signs....

Your significant other informed you of the restraining order against you and the charges of domestic violence she or he filed. You suspect your anger played a part in both situations, but you may not know how to get your emotions under control. Mayo Clinic offers tips...

If you are a survivor of emotional abuse, it can be difficult to recognize it. For one thing, your abuser may try to normalize the treatment you receive, and for another, you may not be sure that it counts as abuse if it does not involve physical violence. According...

Domestic violence is a situation that rarely occurs without warning. Almost all situations have an element of escalation.  The way an abuse situation escalates can sometimes make it tough to even recognize there is anything wrong until you have a serious event occur....

Domestic violence is a public health issue. The health and financial effects burden survivors and the community at large. Many people perceive domestic violence as physical abuse, but it can also be psychological or emotional abuse. Domestic violence or intimate...

A special California law governs child custody decisions for families with a history of domestic violence.  This law may apply if you have experienced physical harm or feel threatened by written or spoken abuse.  How may domestic violence affect custody? Domestic...