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Feature Writer: Karen Stephenson
Karen Stephenson, Nyssa Woudstra

Abuse is present and problematic in society at large. There are many types of abuse - including sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and substance abuse - all of which should be taken very seriously.

My goal is to provide you with the information you need, whether it is academic information about abuse or advice and resources for victims of abuse and abuse recovery.

Read about signs of child abuse, how much the War on Drugs costs, and abuse in LGBT relationships. Learn how to get out of abusive relationships, how to stop drinking alcohol, and how to quit smoking.

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Teacher Abuse is on the Increase

In: Abuse (general)

There is a trend of violence toward teachers that is rapidly getting out of control in schools around the globe. Teachers are becoming fearful of a job they once loved. more...

Financial Abuse is Fraud

In: Abuse (general)

Financial abuse is another form of domestic abuse that affects not only the elderly, but it affects many people of all ages. This form of abuse can cause emotional harm. more...

Financial Abuse Among the Elderly

In: Abuse (general)

Financial abuse includes all forms of manipulation or exploitation of another person's money. It causes emotional harm as this is seen as another form of mental abuse. more...

Mind Control is a Form of Emotional Abuse

In: Emotional/Verbal Abuse

Individuals in dysfunctional relationships are often exposed to their partners' desire to control and change thoughts. Mind control, or brainwashing is emotional abuse. more...

Cyber Bullying is Emotional Abuse

In: Child Abuse

Cyber child abuse is a fact of life on the Internet. Chat rooms, instant messaging, social media sites and e-mails have helped to create the cyber bullying epidemic. more...

Witnessing Abuse Through a Child's Eyes

In: Abuse Recovery

Every year countless children are exposed to violence and emotional abuse. Witnessing physical abuse in the home has lifelong effects unless there is intervention. more...

Personality Clashes Can Create Conflict

In: Emotional/Verbal Abuse

Personality clashes are often a jarring that occurs when entrenched values or belief systems collide. Each other is viewed as a threat and an emotional battle ensues. more...

Children of Alcoholics

In: Child Abuse

Parental alcohol misuse damages and disrupts a child from having a contented life. It blights the lives of entire families and harms the healthy development of children. more...

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