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more about #domesticviolence voteforme: I feel like I've said it a million times, but someone needs to sit Catelynn and Tyler down and explain that open adoption is not the same thing as wee... more » Slim: Catelynn and Tyler make me want to sob every time I watch the show. I am so amazed with the grace and maturity they've shown considering their home li... more » PaintedTrollop: An ex-con with a mullet shouldn't be giving anyone any advice about anything. more » MrsConclusion: I don't have any experience to speak from, but Catelynn's story seems the most tragic because she has the option to put the whole thing behind her but... more » The HZA.: I was really glad that there has been a follow up with the moms. As much as MTV can irk me, I think for the most part the intentions with the show are... more » EsmereldaFitzmonster: I've been wondering whether the whole Catelynn-Tyler adoption communication mix-up really is a result of misinformation on the part of the birth paren... more » BetteD: I can't watch this show in it's entirety because I find it deeply depressing, so someone has to answer this for me: Butch is Tyler's father, but he's ... more » logruszed: I hate Eric Roberts's new haircut. The porno-stache is OK, but the pony-mullet has got to go. more » kellybones: A train of thought I had today while thinking about this show and brushing my teeth--does anybody take into account the fact that catelynn and tyler b... more » amypee: As a committed lurker, it would take a lot to compel revealing myself. I do so now only because I'd be remiss not to share this [www.tylerandcatelynn... more » BlackSheepSayMoo: Did anyone else get the impression that Butch was wasted when he picked the fight with Catelynn near the end? I was completely disgusted. Farrah driv... more » IsadoraWing: I know moms aren't supposed to judge each other, but these teen moms are doing things just plain WRONG. You are not supposed to put your baby to sleep... more » BuffySummers: Catelynn and Tyler seem like great examples of the theory that kids with irresponsible/absent/troubled parents tend to go to one extreme: Either they ... more » mannequin: I absolutely love Maci. Out of all the parents she seems to have the strongest bond with her son. And if I had to stick around while my friends were l... more » laurbear: I am wondering if Amber's outburst was solely for the sake of the cameras. Regardless, I feel sorry for her humiliated and, without a doubt, emascula... more » artyfarty: Despite having atrocious parents, I think Tyler and Catelynn are the most well adjusted of this lot and I wish them a great life, but they don't reall... more » RipCurl: The world needs more kids like Catelynn and Tyler. They are breaking the horrible cycle of abuse that is happening in their family. I am in awe of t... more » audioblitz13: OK, I realize this is probably the least of their problems. But is it really a great idea to swear so much in front of your baby? I know the kid is st... more » Crinkelbert_Fishtybuns: As an adoptee and a birthmother, I'd like to put the request out there to retire the phrase "gave up for adoption" or worse, "put up for adoption." I ... more » bluebears: Dude, violence is very wrong but if the father of my child talked to my parents like that? I would be seeing RED. I wouldn't hit him, but I can unders... more » -
#babieshavingbabies
Teen Mom: 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 » -
#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.
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#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 » -
#intimateviolence
Every F—ing Day Of My Life: 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 » -
#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 » -
#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 » -
#lovestory
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 » -
#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] -
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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 » -
#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 » -
#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. -
#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 » -
#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 » -
#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 » -
#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 » -
#dancerinthedark
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 » -
#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 » -
#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?
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#tyrant
Tyra: Women Who Beat Their Boyfriends
On today's episode, Tyra spoke with women who physically abuse their boyfriends. To sensationalize it as much as possible, Tyra's producers left hidden cameras in a room with the guests and their significant others to capture the violence. -
#reporterrepercussions
The Perils Of Reporting Domestic Abuse
We've already written about domestic violence as a pre-existing condition for health insurance. Now recent cases show that victims who report abuse lose their homes — but people who don't report it face jail time. More »
