What do you think are good sources where people can find reliable, accurate information on domestic violence (statistics, common strategies abusers use, resources etc)?
the national coalition against domestic violence has many wonderful resources including but not limited to: faqs like why do victims stay, signs of abuse, dynamics of abuse, statistics, and resources
the national domestic violence hotline can help someone in an abusive relationship. you can call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788. their website has many wonderful resources as well, including: resources for creating safety plans, the famous power and control wheel which is one of the best tools to help people understand the wide ranging spectrum of abusive tactics that abusers may use, culturally specific resources, and a place to locate local resources.
the national network to end domestic violence (nnedv) has got quite a lot of reports/statistics. a lot. so many reports. reports about how to understand the reports. is it the most accessible website? maybe not. but it's got helpful resources too: FAQs and tips to have an informed conversation about DV
womenslaw.org is a truly exceptional legal resource, with a breakdown of laws by state, information about litigation abuse in particular, and places to go for help.
federal information about domestic violence. statistics for california in particular and places for help in california in particular.
and some books that i keep in my office and re-read regularly:
No Visible Bruises by Rachel Louise Louise Snyder
Why Does He Do That?: Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men by Lundy Bancroft
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. (content warning here, some people have expressed objections to the graphic depictions of traumatic events & the way that the author talks about female victims in particular)
Memorial Drive: A Daughter's Memoir by Natasha Trethewey (gorgeously written as well as very illuminating)
See What You Made Me Do: Power, Control and Domestic Violence by Jess Hill
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