London Powers' mother said she was experiencing domestic violence. So Powers, a rising senior at N.C. Central University, sought to leave her relationship, a time that experts say can be the most ...

Everyone wants to be happy. It's just part of the human experience. This truth extends to relationships, where couples hope they have found their perfect match and will find joy in their love. This ...

Medically reviewed by Melissa Bronstein, LICSW Key Takeaways Enmeshment happens when family members have no emotional ...

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Seemingly out of nowhere, and certainly out of character, one or both stop the interaction or take it to a more caring place.

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Domestic violence homicide rates in NC rose to 90 cases in 2024, highest in a six-year period. The most dangerous period in an abusive relationship is when a survivor tires to leave. Advocates urge ...