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Tagged: National Domestic Violence Hotline

When a Marriage Becomes Dangerous

Posted on By: Renee Ettline
When a Marriage Becomes Dangerous

Is your spouse:

Acting in ways that threaten or scare you
Trying to control who you spend time with
Demeaning you
Pushing you, shoving you, grabbing your face, or pulling your hair
Assaulting you with their hand or a weapon
Damaging your belongings
Limiting your access to money
Threatening you or your children
Criticizing you frequently
Forcing you to have sex against your will
Disrespecting you in front of others
Telling  you that you deserve abuse

Are You a Victim of Domestic Violence?

When President Obama named October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, 2014, his proclamation stated that…

“Nearly two out of three Americans 15 years of age or older know a […]

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Domestic Violence: There’s Hope

Posted on By: Renee Ettline
Domestic Violence: There’s Hope

Marriage is intended by God to be a loving relationship. When one partner becomes abusive it can totally shatter trust and may even become life threatening. Safety becomes a priority.  Abuse takes many forms.

Domestic violence is a complicated issue.  People who are involved in a domestic violence relationship, either as the abused or the abuser, can benefit by seeking help from those who are knowledgeable about domestic violence.

If You Have Been Abused or Wonder if Your Experiences Constitute Domestic Violence–The National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached at  1-800-799-7233.  They offer confidential help and referrals.  You may visit their website […]

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