Temperature Check: Self-Compassion Summer Is In
Summer is in full swing! Beach trips, river floats, pool parties, and more - as the temperature climbs societal pressures can too.
How often do we see advertising... Read more.
Lethality and Domestic Violence: A Preventable Crisis
The intersection of lethality and domestic violence remains one of the most urgent yet preventable public safety issues in our communities. Each year, lives are... Read more.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a crucial time to educate, advocate, and break the silence that surrounds this issue. It’s a period to honor survivors,... Read more.
April is the Month for Prevention
April is both Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month, highlighting the urgent need to address and prevent violence in our... Read more.
From Reel to Real: Helping Youth Navigate Healthy Relationships
Shows and movies often depict relationships that are far from healthy, romanticizing controlling behavior or portraying jealousy as a sign of love. These portrayals... Read more.
Prevent Sexual Violence – Start Talking to Youth About Media Literacy
Sexual Assault Awareness month is an opportunity to shine a light on the importance of preventing sexual violence. Conversations with youth about healthy relationships... Read more.
Recognizing Abusive Behaviors
Domestic abuse varies dramatically in relationships, but the constant components are rooted in one person asserting power and control over the other. Domestic Violence... Read more.
Maintaining Healthy Relationships During Shelter-in-Place
We have all been quickly thrust into a completely new living arrangement amidst current shelter in place orders. Whether you have been married for years, have children,... Read more.
BOOK REVIEW: Know My Name by Chanel Miller
In 2015 the Stanford rape case made national headlines and captivated social media, causing many debates on-campus rape culture, drinking, and consent. Media outlets... Read more.
Practicing Self-Compassion During the Coronavirus Outbreak
**This article was written in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recent Social Distancing orders have drastically changed our day to day lives. Many people are... Read more.
Help Prevent Child Abuse This April
Child Abuse Prevention Month is observed every year in the United States and is dedicated to raising awareness and preventing child abuse and neglect. Nearly 700,000... Read more.
How to Listen. Believe. Support. This April
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a national effort to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate communities and individuals on how to prevent... Read more.
Helping a Friend
A friend of mine is in an abusive relationship and I am worried about them. What can I do to help?It can be a very upsetting when someone we care about is being... Read more.
#BeTheChange This Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, an annual campaign committed to raising awareness of and preventing domestic violence. Domestic violence affects people... Read more.
Talking to Teens About Relationships
How are we preparing our children and teens for healthy relationships?
Modeling healthy relationships is a great way we teach these behaviors. However, some teens... Read more.
Internet Safety Tips for Teens & Parents
With most teens accessing the internet from mobile devices, many parents want to know how they can keep their teens safe online. While many programs and apps are... Read more.
QUIZ: Consent or Coercion?
In a healthy relationship, both people should feel comfortable with the level of physical activity occurring whether it be kissing, hugging, touching, or sex. Coercion... Read more.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a national effort to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate communities and individuals on how to prevent... Read more.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, an annual campaign dedicated to raising public awareness and prevention of child abuse. This month is about engaging individuals... Read more.
Let’s Talk About Consent
There seems to be more stories every day about sexual assault and harassment among celebrities, teachers, college students, athletes, and politicians. The conversations... Read more.
