Dana S DiazThe first red flag in a relationship often presents itself as everything we ever wanted—the one who sees us, wants us, understands us...it's a dream come true, until it's not. What lures us in are the same things that make us leave abusive partners.
Dana S DiazWe often ask the wrong question when trying to understand why women stay in abusive marriages where domestic violence occurs. It's not that women are choosing to stay; it's that they are afraid of leaving; and, in too many cases, they should be.
Dana S DiazAbuse isn’t always visible. It begins with subtle control, manipulation, and emotional diminishment—long before it escalates to violence. And abusers often hide behind polished public personas, making it harder for victims to be believed.
Dana S DiazBullying and abuse are like the gateway drugs to domestic violence, which, in the most extreme cases, can result in death. So, it's more important than ever to know what abuse really is and how you can prevent it and intervene before it's too late.
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