by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

The “shame of knowing all along” is an inner burden experienced by many domestic violence survivors. They see the signs of domestic abuse in the beginning, yet progress deeper and deeper into the relationship.

They are aware of what they are doing as they are doing it. What they don’t know is where this path will lead as they stay on it. But, they realize enough not to let others know as it is happening…for they fear the shame of knowing all along.

To read the complete article, please visit Signs of Domestic Abuse: Turning Your Abusive Relationship Shame into Change

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