Domestic violence is a serious and widespread issue that affects millions of people across the United States, and New Jersey is no exception. It affects people of all ages, genders, and socio-economic backgrounds. Victims of domestic violence often feel helpless and trapped in their situations, with their abusers using physical, emotional, and psychological tactics to maintain control.  According to the…

It is never easy to fall victim to something like domestic violence. You might have become involved with someone you trusted and loved, only to find out that they are not who you believed they were. The United States Department of Justice website defines domestic violence as a “pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one…

A common instinct for couples following a heated dispute is often to forgive and forget. It is natural to want to believe the best about your partner; however, if you find yourself always apologizing for things you don’t believe you should have to apologize for or your partner is constantly criticizing you about things you believe are okay or, worse…

While the media fervor surrounding NFL player Adrian Peterson and the child abuse allegations against him have largely died down, the case still raises some important questions. Peterson’s response to the public outrage after he hit his young son repeatedly with a switch was equally as upsetting. Peterson said he was disciplined similarly as a child, and he did not…