Abuse Among Disability Communities Part 2: TBI and Abuse
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- Jun, 23, 2020
- Brittany Swart
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Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, is a common condition that often goes undiagnosed. It is defined by the Center for Disease Control as a disruption in the normal function of the brain, often caused by a bump to the head[i]. It can result in headaches, fatigue, memory loss or difficulty retaining new memories, insomnia, reduced […]
Read MoreAbuse Among Disability Communities: Part 1
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- Jun, 17, 2020
- Brittany Swart
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People with disabilities are vulnerable to abuse in unique ways. According to the American Psychological Association, women with disabilities are 40 percent more likely to experience intimate partner violence than women who do not have identified disabilities[i]. And although the cases are less frequent, men with disabilities are also vulnerable to physical and sexual abuse[ii]. […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 and Domestic Abuse
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- Jun, 12, 2020
- Brittany Swart
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COVID-19 poses new and particular problems for people experiencing abuse. While people stay home to stay safe from COVID-19, they may be protected from the virus, but other harms can increase: namely, domestic violence. As long as the virus makes it unsafe to be in public spaces, people facing physical, emotional, or psychological violence from […]
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