Category: Domestic Violence

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  Happy Chemical Series Part 7 (final): The Brain Behind This Hot Mess

  A Summary of the Happy Chemicals and How They Have Shaped My Life Content warning: This article discusses addiction, trauma, domestic violence, grief, death, anxiety, depression, and unhealthy coping mechanisms. Please take care of yourself while reading. 💜 Over the past several weeks, I have written about the chemicals and systems that influence motivation, mood,…

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  Ashley A

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  June 28, 2026

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  It’s Been 5 (Long) Years!

  I Didn’t Think I Would Survive — But I Did I didn’t hit rock bottom the way people think. There wasn’t just one moment.It was a series of them—stacked so close together that I stopped believing I was going to make it out at all. At one point, I truly believed I was going to…

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  Ashley A

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  April 12, 2026

• Child Abuse: The Reality Behind the Numbers

  Content Warning This post discusses child abuse, including sexual abuse, exploitation, grooming, and long-term psychological impacts. Some content may be distressing or triggering for survivors. Reader discretion is advised, and please prioritize your well-being while reading. If this topic feels overwhelming, consider pausing, stepping away, or reaching out to someone you trust. 🤍 Why This…

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  Ashley A

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  February 8, 2026

• How Silence, Systems, and Survival Made Abuse Seem Normal: A Survivor’s Perspective

  Content Warning: This post discusses domestic violence, childhood trauma, and emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual abuse. Please take care of yourself while reading. This is a detailed recall in a nutshell with my experience related to domestic violence. Resources are included at the end and on the Resource page of the website. Opening: A Personal Truth…

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  Ashley A

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  December 21, 2025