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Domestic Violence Causes Brain Injury Similar to Athletes

A landmark Australian study reveals intimate partner violence causes lasting brain trauma, with 84.2% of survivors suffering both strangulation and concussion. Learn the urgent need for awareness and specialist care.

Child's plea: 'I'm a victim of domestic abuse too'

An anonymous survivor shares her lifelong trauma from witnessing her father abuse her mother. She calls for children to be recognised as victims, not just witnesses. Read her powerful story.

Man jailed for 14 years after paralysing ex-partner

A woman was left paralysed after her abusive ex shoved her over a bannister for refusing a kiss. He is now serving 14 years. Read her powerful story and call to action for domestic abuse survivors.

Angola Inmates' Story of Clergy Abuse and Murder

Two half-brothers serving life for killing a priest in 1988 allege years of sexual abuse by clergy, revealing a dark chapter in the New Orleans archdiocese bankruptcy saga. Read their full story.

Climbing saved child abuse survivor from PTSD

Award-winning writer Iain Peters, 77, reveals how mountaineering helped him cope with childhood sexual abuse by a BBC Jackanory presenter for over 50 years. His story is a beacon of hope.

Dad kicked Mum out on Christmas, stepmum moved in a week later

An anonymous writer recounts the traumatic Christmas Day in 2003 when their father violently ejected their mother, leading to a swift remarriage, family estrangement, and a lifelong journey of survival and self-discovery as a transgender person.

Broadcaster's Childhood Terror in Abusive Home

Broadcaster Charlie Webster reveals her childhood terror of an abusive stepfather, hiding in her room and wetting herself to avoid him. She now campaigns to protect children from domestic violence.

Specialist NHS Help for Abuse Survivors Announced

The government unveils a new NHS initiative to provide specialist support for domestic abuse and sexual violence survivors across England, aiming to halve violence against women and girls.

Liverpool title parade driver to be sentenced

Paul Doyle, 54, will be sentenced for ploughing into over 100 Liverpool FC fans. Read the latest court details and victim impact statements from the shocking incident.

Mentor found guilty of abusing five schoolgirls

Emem Udaw, 50, convicted of 14 counts of indecent assault on girls under 16 at Holland Park School. The historic abuse, spanning 2001-2004, was uncovered via social media. Justice served after 20 years.

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