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#babieshavingbabies

Click here to read <i>Teen Mom</i>: Spare The Rod, Spoil The Child?

Teen Mom: Spare The Rod, Spoil The Child?

On last night's episode, Farrah decided that the conflict with her overbearing mother was untenable and made steps to move out, but couldn't find an affordable apartment. Last weekend, Farrah was allegedly assaulted by her mother, who was subsequently arrested. More »

01/20/10

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By Tracie

#uhohbro

"If Women Want Equal Rights Then They're Going To Have To Put Up With The Occasional Smack In The Mouth"

Another day, another stupid Facebook group: referring to itself as "a joke, obviously," the Hitting Women Facebook group is filled with "hilarious" domestic violence humor. Because it's always funny when a group of bros "jokes" about beating women, no? [Facebook]

01/17/10

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By hortense

#maghag

Click here to read Rihanna In <em>W</em>: Vulnerable, Naked & Violent

Rihanna In W: Vulnerable, Naked & Violent

In her interview for the February issue of W Magazine Rihanna talks about her music, her style, and her relationship with Chris Brown. The accompanying spread is similarly themed: sex, violence, and rock & roll. More »

01/13/10

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By Katy

#babieshavingbabies

Teen Mom: When Parents Of Parents Make Bad Choices

Click here to read <i>Teen Mom</i>: When Parents Of Parents Make Bad Choices

On last night's episode, Catelynn and Tyler—who gave their daughter up for adoption so that she could have a better life than they could give her—continued to get shit for their (selfless!) decision from Tyler's ex-con father. More »

12/23/09

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By Tracie

#cinemascope

Five F—-ing Days Of His Life: A Short Interview With Director Tommy Davis

Tommy Davis gave Wendy Maldonado a voice with his documentary Every F—-ing Day of My Life. We reached out to the filmmaker to pose some of the nagging questions that remain after viewing the film. More »

12/17/09

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By LatoyaPeterson

#sportstragedy

Bengals Wide Receiver Chris Henry Dies After Domestic Dispute

In a case with echoes of Tiger Woods, but with more tragic consequences, Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chris Henry has died after falling from a pickup truck during a domestic dispute with his fiancée. More »

12/17/09

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By Anna N.

#intimateviolence

Every F—ing Day Of My Life: One Day Of Violence Is One Day Too Many

Click here to read <i>Every F—ing Day Of My Life</i>: One Day Of Violence Is One Day Too Many

In 2005, Wendy Maldonado smashed in her husband's skull with a hammer, while her 16-year-old son assisted with a hatchet. The documentary Every F—-ing Day of My Life explores what led the Maldonados to commit such gruesome acts. More »

12/15/09

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#clips

The Chris Brown Redemption Tour Just Keeps Getting Worse

Chris Brown is really sorry for "what went down" with Rihanna, you guys. He's so sorry that he spent the majority of his 20/20 undermining her statements on the incident while promoting himself for the swell guy he really is. More »

12/05/09

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By hortense

#eyeofthetiger

Game Over: Woods Charged With Reckless Driving; No Evidence Of Domestic Violence

Tiger Woods will be charged for reckless driving, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. State authorities have declined to file criminal charges against either Woods or his wife, Elin Nordegren Woods, due to a lack of evidence. More »

12/01/09

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By LatoyaPeterson

#lovestory

Click here to read <em>Twilight</em>'s Hero Is Abusive, Which Makes Him All The More Romantic

Twilight's Hero Is Abusive, Which Makes Him All The More Romantic

If you're familiar with the Twilight universe, you know that Bella and Edward have an unhealthy relationship. A LiveJournal user has detailed fifteen ways, using a list from the National Domestic Violence hotline. Is that why Twilight's so "romantic"? More »

11/30/09

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By Dodai

#notablequotable

Patrick Stewart: "The Truth Is That Domestic Violence Touches Many Of Us."

"Most people find the idea of violence against women – and sometimes, though rarely, against men - abhorrent, but do nothing to challenge it."- Patrick Stewart, discussing his own childhood experiences with domestic violence in the Guardian. [Guardian]

11/28/09

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#lifelessons

British Schools To Help Kids Prevent Domestic Violence

British schools are planning classes to teach kids ages five to fifteen about preventing domestic violence — but some parents' groups aren't happy. More »

11/25/09

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By Anna N.

#gametheory

Dangerous Games: Football Losses Linked To Domestic Violence

According to a new study, football losses are correlated with spikes in domestic violence. So does sports disappointment cause abuse? More »

11/24/09

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By Anna N.

#clips

Domestic Violence Survivors Speak Out On "The Rihanna Effect"

Today on GMA abuse survivors reacted to Diane Sawyer's Rihanna interview. "She's acknowledging being beaten," said one woman, "It makes me so angry when people think about abuse as an isolated incident. It's a pattern of behavior." Clip at left.

11/09/09

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By Margaret

#clips

In Separate Interviews, Chris Brown And Rihanna Open Up About Domestic Violence

Last night, both Chris Brown and Rihanna sat down for separate interviews—Brown with Sway of MTV and Rihanna with Diane Sawyer on ABC's20/20—to discuss domestic violence, Brown's assault, and their hopes for the future. Clips after the jump. More »

11/07/09

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By hortense

#clips

Rihanna's Interview, Part Two: "[Chris] Had No Soul In His Eyes"

In the second part of her interview with Diane Sawyer, Rihanna reveals that she doesn't hate Chris Brown, and that she hopes he takes his assault on her as an opportunity to "grow up." More »

11/06/09

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By Anna N.

#clips

Rihanna On Chris Brown: "I Fell In Love With That Person — That's Embarrassing"

On today's Good Morning America, Rihanna, who sat down with Diane Sawyer for a 20/20 segment airing tomorrow, offered her advice for young domestic violence victims: "Don't react off of love. Eff love." More »

11/05/09

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By Anna N.

#amnestyinternational

Administration Recommends Political Asylum For Rody Alvarado Peña

Today's Times reports that the Obama Administration is recommending a Guatemalan woman receive asylum in the U.S. after over a decade of struggle. The decision has made waves in immigration/asylum law by providing a precedent for females fleeing domestic violence. More »

10/30/09

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By LatoyaPeterson

#dancerinthedark

Click here to read <i>Dance</i> Judge Mary Murphy Opens Up About Own Abuse

Dance Judge Mary Murphy Opens Up About Own Abuse

So You Think You Can Dance judge Mary Murphy says Rihanna's abuse prompted her to speak out about her own abusive marriage. But unlike Rihanna, her abuser isn't also a celebrity — and her statements are getting a different reaction. More »

10/21/09

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By Anna N.

#leftovers

CDC Panel Approves Cervarix • Endorsement Of Oklahoma Abortion Law Delayed

• A CDC advisory committee has recommended GlaxoSmithKline's HPV vaccine Cervarix, which is similar to Merck's Gardasil vaccine, for use in girls and women. But, some say Cervarix is overpriced because it offers less protection than Gardasil. • More »

10/21/09

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By Margaret

#questionablecomebacks

Does Rihanna's New Single Defend Abusive Relationships?

Rihanna's new single "Russian Roulette" is definitely not her best work. But do lyrics about playing a dangerous game with a man mean the song glorifies abusive relationships? More »

10/20/09

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By Anna N.

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