Tagged With "Domestic"

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and while the unfortunate truth is that domestic violence occurs all year-round, this month offers us the opportunity to continue to engage others about the social, emotional and economic impact domestic violence has on individuals, families and communities. On Thursday, October 21 st , we’ll be raising awareness by wearing PURPLE , the color that represents support for domestic violence victims and survivors. Resources can be found here DCF...

Most if not all perpetrators experienced unsupportive and harmful parenting. There are several basics of parenting that if not followed contribute to the formation of a narcissistic personality. 1. Support children's healthy development by not excusing or making excuses for their poor behavior. 2. Support children's healthy development by allowing them to experience the logical consequences of their actions...if it's safe. 3. Support children's healthy development by not lying for them. 4.

Lawmakers push for court-ordered counseling. Children who have witnessed domestic violence could soon be eligible to receive court-ordered counseling under a bill that cleared a Senate committee last week. “This is going to be so life-changing for so many people, especially the children, because it gives the children an opportunity to have access to care and access to services immediately,” Darian Eletto, the chief clinical officer of behavioral health services at Bergen New Bridge Medical...