Amy Thomson

Domestic violence survivor. Blogger. Language Geek. Stuck on Tokyo 💜 Chocolate and matcha aficionado. HoH. Getting TEFL certified.

[Amy Thomson @AMarie9619]

Healing from trauma is a process, and it takes much work to get to the point where you share your story with others. #domesticviolence

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

After being stalked, assaulted and surviving an acid attack by his abusive ex-partner, this UK survivor established outreach services for male victims of domestic violence through one of the country's only refuges for men. https://t.co/sgB37CmqHX #btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

Unconditional love is something all humans need, and something some trauma survivors feel they don’t deserve. Animals love unconditionally, which aids in loneliness. https://t.co/kn66S8Q2lj #btsadv #DomesticViolence #Pets #Healing

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

As a term, domestic violence is wholly inadequate, failing to capture the nightmare that people experience. It doesn’t convey the reality of psychological terror or the emotional betrayal by someone who has complete control over your life. https://t.co/wHJIo7RiSH #btasdv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

Vicarious trauma can have a serious impact on a person’s mental health if it’s not addressed. It can leave you with extreme emotional distress, especially if you are in a helping profession that hears other people’s trauma on a daily basis. https://t.co/nHvWJWgLmy #btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

Abuse of men happens far more often than you might expect—in both heterosexual and same sex relationships. It happens to men from all cultures and all walks of life regardless of age or occupation. #btsadv #DomesticAbuse
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[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

D.C. officials will soon launch a program to provide address confidentiality for victims of domestic violence, sexual crimes, stalking and human trafficking, as well as employees of organizations that serve those victims. #btsadv #DomesticViolence
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[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

What did you do to cope with abuse? #btsadv #DomesticViolence

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

The New York Child Victim's Act goes into effect today. A one-year window gives survivors of child sexual abuse one year to seek prosecution of their abuser, regardless of their age. The age to file a civil suit also increases from 23 to 55. https://t.co/wiq3iplC1d #btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

"Women veterans [with TBI] are often strangled or choked by intimate partners during their assaults. Or they might be badly punched or elbowed to the head, face, or neck, or have their head bashed against the wall.” #btsadv #Veterans
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[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

"Life after leaving an abuser is often filled with secondary abuse, including re-victimization by the community, family members, the abuser, criminal courts, and custody courts. This abuse can be as painful as when they lived with their abuser." https://t.co/VtI8vJSCaB #btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

Nearly 700 men, including 16 in Colorado, are coming forward with accusations that they were sexually abused during their time in the Boy Scouts. https://t.co/LRYO8bgtZb #btasdv #SexualAbuse

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

"My children and I had absolutely nothing and no money. Word spread that we needed help. People I didn’t even know came together and helped us with everyday living essentials, furniture, and even food." https://t.co/9Y4DoHRST8 #RawTruthDV #btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

If you are in a relationship with a gaslighter/narcissist, it may have traumatized you in ways that you aren't consciously aware of yet. Read on to uncover how it may be impacting your view of yourself and the world around you. https://t.co/7CBGM0xQft #btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

NY Gov. Cuomo signed three measures into law on Thursday, including provisions for economic abuse, allowance for survivors to vote by mail, and capability to report abuse to any law enforcement agency - even if it's not where the abuse occurred. https://t.co/6s3doGwQtz #btsadv

[Amy Thomson @AMarie9619]

Celebrating your accomplishments and victories is important. Your hard work, dedication, talent, and passion for your life are testimony to your character. Congratulations, sister! 💜💖

[Dear Mixed Girl @dearmixedgirl]

Today, I celebrate myself for graduating with my MPH with a 4.0 GPA and beginning my post-masters program.
I will always celebrate myself! #youcanttellmeno
John 15:11 & Psalms 98:4
Health Spotlight: UTI
Be blessed and be at peace.
#KayLasPositivityCorner
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[Amy Thomson @AMarie9619]

@KayLa_N_Allen 😍💜🌸💖 Congratulations, sister! Celebrate yourself and all of your hard work and dedication, because you deserve to!

[Amy Thomson @AMarie9619]

Amaya was murdered by her abuser before she was able to achieve her dreams. This year, I am fundraising in her honor to make college achievable for survivors of domestic violence. To donate, visit https://t.co/O1K1RDxErh or text Angel2282 to 71777 #AngelFund #btsadv @btsadv

[Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence @btsadv]

"In light of the #MeToo movement and the Time’s Up campaign, one of the most frequently asked questions in media coverage and online commentary is, “Why did she wait so long to come forward?” #btsadv #MeToo https://t.co/sVXGx5uPDP

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When deciding whether or not to disclose that they are being abused, there are unique stigmas and obstacles those in the LGBTQ community face in leaving an abusive partner." #LGBTQ #btsadv #domesticviolence https://t.co/idgtsfXuu7

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Creating a safety plan for how you appear on various social media sites is a vital step in creating that safety. Here are some tips on how to stay safe online. https://t.co/v6v4rw14BW #btsadv #DigitalAbuse #DomesticViolence