St. Louis Divorce & Family Law Blog by Stange Law Firm, PC

If you are a victim of domestic violence, you are not alone. Thousands of people experience domestic violence yearly, and many of them struggle to recover. This can be a challenging process, but with the right resources, it is possible to overcome the emotional toll and rebuild your life. Many victims have focused on recovery strategies to alleviate the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and other lingering traumas from the abuse. By better understanding different approaches to domestic violence recovery, victims and their families can develop a more comprehensive plan that meets their unique needs to accelerate the healing process.

People enter relationships to add value to their lives in many ways. Some are looking for love, some seek companionship, and others are looking for someone to take care of them. Unfortunately, not all relationships are built on healthy foundations. Some relationships are based on power and control, leading to domestic violence. If you’re in a relationship, it’s important to be able to spot the signs of domestic violence to keep yourself safe. What Is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is a toxic pattern of uncalled-for, controlling behavior that can include a combination of physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or sexual abuse.

What may seem like a minor disagreement can quickly escalate into something much more serious for families with an abuser in the home. The vicious cycle of abuse usually starts off small and can escalate over time into physical violence. Because the health and safety of each family member is the top priority, make sure to know what the signs of domestic violence are, so you can protect yourself and those that you love, in addition to seeking legal help to remove yourself from the abuse. What Is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is a toxic pattern of coercive, controlling behavior

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown have changed life in many ways for Americans all across the country. Unfortunately, while the COVID-19 pandemic is responsible for tension, uncertainty, and financial problems for millions of Americans, it has also resulted in many other negative outcomes, not least of which is the apparent rise in domestic violence claims throughout Bloomington and McLean County. Many Americans have been forced to leave their jobs or start working from home amid the COVID-19 lockdown out of public health and safety concerns. Unfortunately, this change has led to many business closures, and millions of Americans are