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How Domestic Violence Affects Mental Health Domestic violence is a serious problem that affects many people around the world, no matter where they live or how much money they have. It does more than just cause physical injuries; it can…
If you are reading this, chances are you are standing at the edge of one of the hardest decisions a parent can make. Leaving an abusive relationship is never simple, but when children are involved, the weight of that decision…
Camila called PADV’s crisis line from Northside Hospital – Gwinnett. She had recently moved to Atlanta with her husband, who had a history of violently abusing her. Read the rest of Camilla’s story today. “Crisis line. This is Sarah, are…
Mentally exhausted and paralyzed by the fear, the taunts of her abuser kept circling in Aubrey’s mind. Read more about Aubrey’s road to rebuild and recover today. *Name changed to protect survivors identity Even though she had only been in…
Lauren* took the first step toward regaining control of her life by calling the Safe Families Office at the Fulton County Courthouse to find out what it would take to get a Temporary Protective Order (TPO) against her husband. Read…
I am a fighter and a survivor and I wasn’t going to let this stop me from supporting my babies. It’s hard to look back at the year and not think about how much our lives have changed and what…
PADV’s Purple Heart Award honors a survivor’s bravery and the inspiration this victory provides to others moving from domestic violence to safety and peace. Each year, we honor a domestic violence survivor who has overcome the horror of their experience…
John found himself a victim of domestic violence during his last semester of college. Feeling lost and not knowing what to do, John sought the support of one of his professors. John* (not his real name) found himself a victim…
Jordan said, ” I don’t think I would have survived being self-quarantined with my ex.” Read more about Jordan and her journey to freedom today. Jordan, like survivors everywhere, loved her abuser and never thought she would be a victim…