What Constitutes Physical Abuse in a Marriage?
There seems to be a stereotype within society that says, “If my husband ever hit me, I would leave.” There are two generally underlying assumptions behind that sentiment: 1. Physical abuse is the line most people believe they would draw when it comes to abuse and 2. Physical abuse = hitting First, I wish more […]
Continue reading“My Husband Choked Me”
I’ve heard the heart-wrenching accounts of women who recount with terror, “My husband choked me.” How terrifying it must be to have someone’s hands around your throat, hurting you and restricting your breathing. The correct term for this experience is strangulation, and in many states it is a felony offense. Strangulation is the ultimate form […]
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