The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)
CDC Violence Prevention Resources
Common Misconceptions About Men Who Experience Intimate Partner Violence from George Mason University College of Public Health
NBC News – Domestic violence survivors receive treatment for brain injuries
The Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at West Virginia University is working to treat domestic violence survivors for any brain injuries. NBC News’ Kate Snow spoke with a survivor who is receiving treatment. Dec. 10, 2024
Domestic Violence: Resources from Tennessee Brighter Futures Collaborative
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center: The center specializes in a wide array of vital healing and protective services including 24/7 crisis support, emergency shelter, sexual assault advocacy including onsite medical exams, counseling, and legal/court advocacy to all current or past victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking free of charge. Emergency Shelter, Court Advocacy, Counseling.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE: (615) 896–2012 SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE: (615) 494-9262
TN Coalition to End Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence: The mission of the Coalition is to end domestic and sexual violence in the lives of Tennesseans and to change societal attitudes and institutions that promote and condone violence, through public policy advocacy, education and activities that increase the capacity of programs and communities to address such violence. For more information call 615-386-9406 or toll-free at 800-289-9018.
WRAP – Wo/Men’s Resource and Rape Assistance Program: Call For Help: (800) 273-8712
24-Hour Crisis & Support HelpLine: 800-334-4628
Domestic Violence Crisis TEXT LINE: 615-983-5170
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), and we’re participating in and planning events to highlight the crisis of domestic abuse in our community and the resources that exist to help and support survivors. We’re proud to be the largest provider of domestic violence services in the state, with the 65-bed Weaver Domestic Violence Center, 24-Hour Crisis & Support Helpline and Textline, and a state-of-the-art pet shelter for pets of survivors fleeing abuse.
To learn more and sign up for the YWCA of Nashville’s monthly newsletter
Ohio Domestic Violence Network
New free resource! Ohio Domestic Violence Network (ODVN) has released a public awareness and educational business size card with a QR code that links to a webpage designed for survivors with brain injury aware, trauma-informed information about the impact of head injuries.
Download the resource: Brain Injury Information Card (PDF)
To learn about Head Injuries and Strangulation, explore this webpage: https://www.odvn.org/brain-injury-survivors/
Brain Injury Association of America
By the Numbers: There is a huge overlap between brain injury and domestic violence, with over 75% of domestic violence survivors sustaining a brain injury as a result of the abuse they endured. And yet, brain injury is often not screened for when survivors receive medical care. Learn more about brain injury and domestic violence here.
Hidden in Plain Sight: Domestic Violence and Brain Injury
The Importance of Screening Domestic Violence Victims for Brain Injury
The Under-Studied Impact of Gender-Based Violence and Brain Injury in Marginalized Communities
BIAA Webinar Addresses Needs of Domestic Violence Survivors with Brain Injury
National Resources:
Family Safety Center 24-HOUR CRISIS LINE: 901-249-7611
CDC: Preventing Teen Dating Violence
Safe Place – Teen Dating Violence (nationalsafeplace.org)