Article discussing sexual violence and its possible effects on LGBTQIA+ survivors. It also includes ways to support LGBTQIA+ survivors, including suggested phrases. From RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network/National Sexual Assault Hotline)
Category: Article
“What Consent Looks Like”
Short article about consent for sexual activity - what it looks like, and what it doesn't. Includes phrases people can use. From RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network/National Sexual Assault Hotline)
“Healing with PTSD is not Linear”
An article with information on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after sexual violence, and resources for those showing symptoms. From RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network/National Sexual Assault Helpline)
Domestic Violence and Faith – article
Article describing how a person may use faith to abuse their partner or family member, from National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV).
We Believe Survivors!
Article outlining Safe+Sound Somerset's philosophy of believing survivors and encouraging everyone to join in taking action to end violence once and for all.
“About Financial Abuse” by National Network to End DV
Article about what financial abuse looks like.
“A Surprising Path Out of Domestic Abuse: Entrepreneurship”
Article about survivors creating their own businesses
“Understanding the Impact of Trauma” from “Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services”
Article discussing impacts of trauma and how it shows up in people.
Intimate Partner Violence – Child Trauma from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Article providing information about domestic/intimate partner violence and how it affects children.
“What is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy?” (EMDR)
Article providing information about EMDR, one form of trauma treatment that Safe+Sound counselors practice with adult survivors.