Abuse in relationships doesn’t always look the same from the outside. For many people, emotional or physical abuse follows a pattern that repeats over time. Understanding this cycle can help individuals recognise abusive dynamics and take steps toward safety, healing, and support. In this post, we’ll explain the Cycle of Abuse, a concept that can shed […]
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Understanding Coercive Control
Understanding Coercive Control: What It Is, How to Spot It, and What to Do If You’re Affected In recent years, greater awareness has grown around a form of abuse that often goes unnoticed—coercive control. Unlike physical violence, coercive control can be subtle, insidious, and deeply damaging. It’s a pattern of behaviours used to dominate, isolate, […]
Understanding Toxic Masculinity
Understanding Toxic Masculinity: Attributes and Impacts Toxic masculinity has become a widely discussed topic in recent years, often sparking debate and misunderstanding. While the term can be polarising, its intention is not to vilify men or masculinity itself. Rather, it refers to a set of socially reinforced beliefs and behaviours that limit emotional expression, reinforce […]