emotional abuse

4 Ways to Stand up to Someone Who Puts You Down

September 14, 2015
“How did I do?” you asked Stan. Stan shook his head and said, “Maybe others understood what you were saying. You seemed a bit unfocused.” Your heart sank. You’d sweated buckets over your presentation.  Now you felt like kicking yourself for asking Stan for feedback. You share an office with…
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How to Deal with Verbal Abuse

July 21, 2011
Verbal abuse is a prevalent and serious issue that can go unrecognized because it leaves invisible scars. The abuse may be subtle or overt, and cutting words can be used to exert control, making the person doubt herself and lose interest in things that she was once passionate about. It can happen anywhere,…
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When women are abused…

December 08, 2010
Domestic Violence is a major issue for people in our country. It impacts family ties, businesses and communities. Last night was the New York City premier of a new documentary airing on public television called TELLING AMY’S STORY. The documentary tells the story of Amy Homan McGee, a victim of…
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