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Bart Barber Talks About Next Steps In The SBC

https://youtu.be/Pz4m6bV__6k Southern Baptist Convention President Bart Barber recently sat down with The Focused Pastor to talk about his journey to the office, his advocacy on behalf of sexual abuse victims and what churches can do to prevent sexual abuse. His presidency comes amid a denomination facing fallout from a large-scale sexual abuse scandal. In this …

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Help for Abusive Relationships – Archive

No one should feel unsafe. If you or someone you love is in an abusive relationship, here are some resources to help you take steps toward safety and freedom.

Angry woman scolding an elderly man who appears a little fearful and defensive. This is elder abuse.

Elder Abuse: Recognizing and Preventing

Studies by the American Public Human Services Association found that nearly half a million people were victims of elder abuse in their homes.

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What is the ACE Questionnaire?

The lifelong impact of ACEs is clearly significant, and I think it is something we should be talking about more.

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What Are the Effects of Child Abuse?

The impact of trauma on children is significant. The first three years of a child’s life create their blueprint for life. Children are vulnerable and unable to meet their own needs during their early years. When a child’s needs are met by a caring, consistent, and calm adult, the child attaches and thrives. In contrast, …

concerned woman comforts a distressed friend who has her head in her hands, symbolizing how to help someone in an abusive relationship.

How to Help Someone in an Abusive Relationship

You may want to know how to help and support someone you love who’s in an abusive relationship. Here are several ways that can enable you to be there for them.

A hand held up in a stop gesture with the word “STOP” written on the palm, symbolizing the importance of setting boundaries to protect against emotional abuse.

Setting Boundaries to Create Safety: Healing an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

If emotional abuse is present in your relationship, setting boundaries is crucial. If you think your safety’s at stake, learn the steps to effectively set boundaries.

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Turtle Time: Mental Health Breaks During Coronavirus

Be aware of your own feelings. Notice when you are annoyed or overwhelmed and are becoming angry. Once you are aware, choose to take a break and deal with your emotions before you try to deal with your child’s emotions.

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Coronavirus and Domestic Violence

As more people are quarantined because of the coronavirus pandemic, authorities expect the number of domestic violence incidents to increase. Here’s what you can do.

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Signs of Emotional Abuse

There are distinct differences between an unhealthy exchange and verbal or emotional abuse. Married couples need to understand and recognize the differences. What are some indications of abuse?

Symptoms of Children Who are Victims of Sexual Abuse

Symptoms of Children Who are Victims of Sexual Abuse

Potential warning signs for children who are victims of sexual abuse.

talking to your kids about sexual abuse

Talking to Your Kids About Sexual Abuse

As parents, it is our responsibility to keep our children out of potential risky situations. Beyond that, we have to teach them what to do if someone tries to exploit them sexually.

Forced Labor: The Other Type of Human Trafficking

We hear a lot about sex trafficking these days, but labor trafficking is another widespread form of modern-day slavery in America.

Facts and Research on Human Trafficking

Facts and research to help you understand the terrible side effects of human trafficking.

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Acknowledging Elder Abuse

The media report on domestic abuse, child abuse, drug abuse and animal abuse. Sadly, the abuse of the elderly is growing problem that few people talk about or even acknowledge.

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When Children Have Been Abused

Keys for offering the healing experience of meeting your adopted child’s needs, if they’ve been abused.

A distressed woman lays her head on a table while an abusive spouse stands behind her with a clenched fist.

My Spouse Is Abusive

My husband is verbally and physically abusive. What do I do?

Emotional Abuse in the Local Church

Is your church a safe place for victims of emotional abuse? Learn how to offer, hope, help, and healing to abuse victims and their abusers

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FAQs About Emotional Abuse

Is emotional abuse slowly eroding you or someone you know? Learn about its destructive nature and how to find hope and healing.

Hidden Abuse

Elder abuse happens regularly. Nursing homes are not the main perpetrators. Family members are too often the culprints.