Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse
Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse
Podcast Description
There is a culture of silence around the issue of domestic abuse and this podcast is here to break that silence. Run by members of JBWS, a domestic violence agency, Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse doesn't shy away from having difficult conversations about abuse to help others recognize that they may be in unhealthy relationships or using unhealthy behaviors themselves.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics related to domestic abuse, including teen dating violence, legal protections for victims, emotional abuse dynamics, and societal perceptions of abuse. Episode examples include exploring how the 'Strong Black Woman' stereotype affects Black victims and discussions on the impact of cultural norms on Hispanic victims of abuse.
There is a culture of silence around the issue of domestic abuse and this podcast is here to break that silence. Run by members of JBWS, a domestic violence agency, Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse doesn’t shy away from having difficult conversations about abuse to help others recognize that they may be in unhealthy relationships or using unhealthy behaviors themselves.
Do you ever have a right to tell your partner what they can and can’t do? Is it ever okay to threaten to leave a relationship if the other person doesn’t change a behavior you don’t like? Where is the line between communicating needs and exerting control over your partner?
Power and control is at the heart of unhealthy relationships, but it’s not always easy to recognize. This episode analyzes all aspects of power and control so listeners can begin to recognize these signs in their relationships or their loved ones relationships.
VIDEO CONTENT:
(0:00) Introduction
(01:51) What Is Power and Control?
(5:25) Coercion and Threats
(10:02) Control & Threatening to Leave
(12:31) Intimidation
(22:23) Emotional Abuse
(27:08) The Cycle of Violence
(28:17) Isolation
(35:05) Denying, Minimizing, and Blaming
(42:54) Using Children to Maintain Control
(45:32) Status Abuse
(48:43) Financial Abuse
(53:54) Equality in Relationships
(54:46) Physical and Sexual Violence
(55:58) Putting It All Together
(1:00:28) About JBWS & Resources
What Does Emotional Abuse Look and Feel Like?
Resources:
If you are in an unhealthy relationship and living or working in Morris County, New Jersey JBWS can help call our 24-Hour Helpline at 1.877.782.2873 or visit jbws.org/services.
If you notice controlling or unhealthy behaviors in yourself, JBWS can help. Call 973.539.7801 or visit jbws.org/jcnv.
If you don't live or work in Morris County, NJ please visit https://www.thehotline.org/ or call 800.799.SAFE (7233)
Intro and outro music donated by Billy Morris
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