Dear Abby: How do I encourage my bestie to get her daughter, granddaughter out of an abusive marriage?

DEAR ABBY: My best friend “Pat” and I live on opposite sides of the country. I am very concerned about Pat’s daughter and ...
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Verbal Abuse Is Destroying More Lives Than You Think—Are You a Victim?

Verbal abuse in relationships is a subtle yet incredibly damaging form of emotional manipulation. While physical abuse leave visible scars, verbal abuse creates invisible scars that can be equally ...
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As a neuroscientist, I've seen the impact of harsh words on children's brains—we need to prevent childhood verbal abuse

Harsh words can wound—and when directed at children, they can have a lifelong impact. Research has shown that when words are routinely used by the adults in their lives to humiliate, shame or control ...
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Dear Abby: Is rental assistance worth roommate’s verbal abuse? Probably not

DEAR ABBY: I have a roommate, “Don,” I have lived with for 11 years. At first, we were dating, but we broke up, and Don moved out for a year. We remained friends, and he moved back in to help me with ...