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How to Help Someone in an Abusive Relationship

By Shawn M. Burn Ph.D. — 2015

The best strategies for helping loved ones in abusive intimate relationships.

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10 Ways to Get and Give Emotional Support

Some tips to help you nourish each other's hearts.

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Barton Goldsmith Ph.D.
2011
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How to Truly Help Someone in Crisis

We each have gifts that we can share with one another. Sharing them with someone at their rock bottom might be just what they need to stay afloat.

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Diane Stelfox Cook
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How to Be Emotionally Supportive

Some people have a knack for being emotionally supportive, but this skill doesn’t come naturally to everyone. You can develop these skills with a little practice.

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Crystal Raypole
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Depression: Supporting a Family Member or Friend

Help a family member or friend dealing with depression get treatment and find resources.

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Mayo Clinic Staff
2018
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How to Help a Loved One with Bipolar Disorder

There are things that you can do to take care of yourself while you are still helping a loved one with bipolar disorder.

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Kendra Cherry
2021
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Helping Someone Who’s Grieving

Is someone you know grieving a loss? Learn what to say and how to comfort someone through bereavement, grief, and loss.

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Melinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, Jeanne Segal, Ph.D.
2020
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9 Ways to Help a Friend with an Eating Disorder

Lend your support without adding more stress.

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Sarah Klein
2021
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9 Ways to Help a Victim of Domestic Violence

If you know or suspect that someone is a victim of domestic violence, you might feel clueless about the best way to help. Don't let a fear of saying the wrong thing prevent you from reaching out.

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Buddy T.
2020
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Domestic Abuse: How to Help Someone You Think Might Be at Risk

A common concern is feeling like you don’t know enough to respond well, but simply listening can help someone to break the silence around their situation.

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Alison Gregory
2020
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8 Signs a Loved One Might Be in an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

Here's how to know if a friend or family member could be a victim of mental abuse and what you can do to help them.

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Kelsey Borresen
2020
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