Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Men are domestic violence victims too

A husband being beaten up by his wife?
Mark tells us this happens and is no less serious than any abusive behavior.
Domestic violence can take many forms: husband against wife, wife against husband, partner against partner, in straight or gay relationships and can be physical or verbal.
If someone confides in you, listen, give them support and steer them to an agency that can help.
In Sacramento we have WEAVE.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

The Effects of Rape and Molestation

Checkered Nation hosts Mark and Jelanie talk about a serious subject and share their stories in hopes that it will help others.
The effects of rape and molestation can last a lifetime.
Their advice to others is confront the problem, report it, talk to someone and seek therapy.