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Native American: Women 2.5 times more likely to be raped or a victim of sexual assault. They suffer from the highest rate of violence in the United States. Strong Hearts is a Native helpline that knows the way Native systems work and can help in any situation. Call 1-844-762-8483 for help. African American: National BlackContinue reading “Domestic Violence Among Minority Groups”

Here are blog posts from others that I enjoyed about building relationships. *Marriage 365 Gray Divorce *Love is Respect Social Justice Projects Equality Now-Women and girls to advocate for equality OUR Rescue-Stop Sex Trafficking INCITE-Women of color to end violence in home and communities ASISTA-Helping IPV victims who are also immigrants *MANAVI-Stop violence towards SouthContinue reading “Other’s Toolboxes”

The following timeline was created by CNN and outlines the history of the government’s involvement in Domestic Violence. Timeline:June 19, 1990 – S. 2754, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is introduced in Congress by Senator Joseph Biden, but it is not enacted. June 1991 – The American Medical Association publishes recommendations that physicians routinely inquire about possible abuse. January 21,Continue reading “National Policies and Laws Regarding Domestic Violence”

Abuse is a scary topic. One of the main reasons for this is that the individual being abused might not even know it is happening. Often, the abuser will victim-blame, making the abused in the relationship think the hurt they received is there fault. Abuse is never the victim’s fault. According to Psych Central, hereContinue reading “Signs of an Abusive Relationship”

I am a Family Studies major, so much of the information I share on this blog post will be from classes and articles I have read as part of my major. Imagine a triangle separated into four quadrants. The bottom quadrant has the word “friendship.” Next is the word “love.” Then “respect.” Then “trust.” YouContinue reading “Strengthening Current Relationships”

Much of this information can be found on the Domestic Violence Hotline. However, if it is found in more than one place, more than one person can be helped.  National Domestic Hotline Number: 1−800−799−7233  ACOG Violence Against Women DepartmentThe American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has developed tools to screen patients for intimate partner violenceContinue reading “Resources for Abusive Relationships”

Relationships come in all different shapes and sizes. Some last a week, some last 50 years. Many choose to not “tie the not” while others eagerly shop for a wedding dress after three months. Interestingly, research has shown that whether or not you are a cohabiting couple, married couple, or in a different kind ofContinue reading “Relationship Statistics”

This blog is for a Political Action Project at Brigham Young University. The purpose of this blog is to educate individuals about good and bad relationships. In addition, this blog is to help others be aware of resources out there to assist anyone in a harmful relationship. Now that you know why I created thisContinue reading “About Me”