Abusive Relationship
Covid-19 and how to overcome Domestic Violence
The Coronavirus lockdown has tensions and with that has come a drastic rise in domestic abuse cases. Refuge (the UK’s largest domestic abuse charity) reported that calls to their helpline increased by 700% in a single day. They are just one of several helplines to reveal some shocking findings. As of the 9th March, there were 4093 domestic abuse arrests in London in just six weeks, which…
Read MoreShould I Save my Marriage? When is enough, enough?
Helping you understand when it’s time to let go of your marriage or try again Contrary to popular belief, the honeymoon period doesn’t last forever. Relationships often go through periods of highs, lows and everything in between. When it comes to a marriage, added pressures such as money, children, work stresses and conflicting schedules can…
Read MoreHow can I support others…and how can they support me?
Are you worried about how best to support a friend, colleague or family member? Are you unsure as to what advice you should give or what you can actually do? Or perhaps you are supported by people around you but feel that their well-meant words aren’t what you need. This time of year, often more…
Read MoreCoping with narcissism in a relationship
Most of us know the story of Narcissus, the beautiful Greek hunter who fell in love with his own reflection. The story coined the term ‘narcissistic’ when describing someone who is self-obsessed, vain, or overly grandiose. In the field of healthcare and psychology, acute narcissism is categorised as a personality disorder (NPD) – one that…
Read MoreLeaving an Abusive Relationship
An Awakened Society – Leaving An Abusive Relationship Once upon a society, the idea of an abusive relationship was considered a shameful but rare experience, mainly saved for men who were violent towards their spouses. Terms like abusive power, controlling behaviour, coercive control and sharp power were unheard of, muttered perhaps by those who witnessed…
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