Abuse

Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (c-PTSD): Symptoms, causes, and treatments

October 2, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Wondering what complex PTSD is? Learn about how repeated trauma can cause the mental health condition to develop, how it differs to PTSD, and how it is treated.

Abuse and domestic violence: How to recognize it and get help

September 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn about different types of abuse, including domestic violence, and how to recognize the signs of an abusive relationship. Help is available.

Bullying and mental health

September 14, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Bullying can have negative effects on the mental health of victims and bullies. Learn what to do if you’ve experienced or witnessed this type of abuse.

Religious trauma: Signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment 

September 8, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn about religious trauma and spiritual abuse, how they affect mental health, and how you can start healing.

The mental health effects of sexual assault and violence

September 5, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Sexual assault of any sort is a crime. It affects people physically, mentally, emotionally and psychologically. No one ever asks for or deserves sexual assault.

What is grooming?

July 28, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Grooming is a manipulative behavior used by abusers to build a close connection with their victims. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and get help.