Abuse is the act of causing harm or distress, in an attempt to exert control, especially for one’s own advantage or pleasure. Emotional abuse is when someone engages in behavior intended to cause another person mental and emotional harm in order to exert control. It can happen in any kind of relationship, including but not…
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When we visit sites on the internet, data of where we go and what we do gets saved. While this can be convenient while navigating the internet, it can also pose a safety risk for victim-survivors of sexual, domestic, and intimate partner violence if they visit resource websites, such as Survivors.org. Understanding browser history, cache,…
Abuse is the act of causing harm or distress, in an attempt to exert control, especially for one’s own advantage or pleasure.Verbal abuse is when someone uses language and/or a communication style that causes harm or is perceived as harmful. Verbal abuse doesn’t need to involve yelling or speaking in an aggressive tone, though it…
Negging is a form of emotional manipulation in which someone repeatedly puts someone down to undermine their confidence and make them more vulnerable. It can come from anyone such as an intimate partner, a family member, a boss, or a friend. Oftentimes, these put downs are in the form of back-handed compliments, but they can…
Sexual violence is a pervasive issue that affects individuals across all demographics; however, systemic racism creates unique and significant barriers for marginalized communities seeking support. This article explores the intersection of systemic racism and sexual violence, highlighting the challenges faced by victim-survivors of color and the structural inequalities that exacerbate their situation. Understanding Systemic Racism…
Approximately 15% of the global population has a disability.1 Victim-survivors of sexual violence living with disabilities, invisible and/or visible, often face unique barriers through societal biases, systemic barriers, and a lack of accessible resources. The Marginalization of Disabled Survivors Victim-survivors living with disabilities face disproportionately high rates of sexual violence.2 People with disabilities (PWD) are…
To victim-blame is to explicitly state or imply that the person who experienced a crime or an act of violence is fully or partially to blame for what happened. Survivors of sexual assault face victim-blaming that is more stigmatizing and silencing than those who are victims of other crimes.1 The intensity of victim-blaming can also…
What is the Bystander Effect? The concept of the bystander effect 1 was popularized by social psychologists in 1964 following the infamous murder of Kitty Genovese. Kitty was brutally attacked outside her apartment in New York City. It was reported that dozens of neighbors either witnessed the attack or heard her cries for help, yet…
A bystander is anyone who witnesses an event/incident happen. Bystanders can observe a variety of situations, ranging from a minor disagreement to serious emergency. Their actions–or inactions– significantly affect the outcome of the situation. Understanding the Bystander 1 The Bystander Effect The bystander effect is a social phenomenon where people do not intervene in a…
Bystander intervention is the act of stepping in to prevent or stop inappropriate, harmful, or dangerous behavior. This approach can make a significant difference in various situations, from stopping bullying to preventing potential assaults. Understanding how to intervene safely and effectively is crucial for creating a safer, more supportive community. Here, we will explore different…
PAVE/Survivors.org defines stalking as a type of harassment directed at an individual involving persistent, repeated contact and attention. However, the legal definition of stalking can vary state to state, and oftentimes these definitions do not serve to protect survivors. Stalking behaviors that are not in line with the legal definition of stalking where a survivor…
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