Just because a relationship with a narcissisticu abuser ends, does not mean the abuse itself will stop. In fact, a separation or divorce may give an abuser the impression they no longer have to “play nice” to keep the victim close, and they may continue to abuse with less restraint than before as they use the children (and the

Defusing a conversation with an abusive person can be very difficult. In the barrage of insults, accusations, and harsh words, many abused people find themselves reacting. Given that fact, it’s not uncommon for the abused person to wonder if they are in fact to blame for their abuse. Stopping the cycle involves disengaging your emotions from the situation to

Enabling is an uncomfortable word, but it’s a very real part of abusive relationships. Enabling happens when a victim engages in behaviors that hide abuse and shield the abuser from the consequences of their actions. Enabling allows abuse to worsen by keeping evil shrouded in darkness (where it only grows). Let me be clear: ABUSE IS NEVER A VICTIM’S

In the post “By the Numbers: The Silent Epidemic of Domestic Abuse in the Christian Church,” we discussed the raging epidemic of domestic violence in Christian churches and pastors’ self-reported struggles with addressing it. At PlusONE Parents, we have a deep love for the Body of Christ, and know that many pastors and people helpers desire to support the

Domestic abuse is an insidious, silent epidemic in the Christian community. Sadly, 37% of pastors surveyed say they believe that domestic and sexual violence does NOT occur in their congregations. With nearly 1 in 3 American women suffering domestic abuse at some point in their lifetimes, it’s not likely that nearly 40% of churches are completely free of this