October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In this week’s episode, Dr. Dave and Dr. Liz are joined by Jill Anderson, CEO of CAPSA (Citizens Against Physical & Sexual Assault) who discusses how to recognize signs of abuse and shares resources available to those experiencing domestic violence. We encourage those who recognize unhealthy patterns of behavior to seek help from qualified professionals. To survivors we say, “We believe you and there is hope."

[Time markers]

0:00 – Introduction: Who is Jill Anderson?
3:00 – What is Domestic Violence?
3:33 – How does the power and control wheel affect relationships.
4:45 – What is Gaslighting?
8:35 – Tips for early relationships: Communication, boundaries, and power structure.
11:20 – What resources are available to those experiencing DV?
15:56 – Domestic violence survivor success stories.
21:00 – How common is domestic violence?
24:01 – Lethality assessment: How law enforcement and other community programs are improving their response to DV.
25:38 – What can witnesses do to help those experiencing domestic violence?
26:50 – Signs of the power and control wheel in a relationship.
28:48 – When should I reach out for help if I am experiencing, or witnessing, domestic violence?

About:

Jill Anderson is the CEO of CAPSA, a nonprofit organization providing services to and empowering individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault. Jill has enhanced programs and expanded the capacity of CAPSA to provide critical 24-hour services, shelter, therapy, and housing for survivors. In 2013, she was named Resident of the Year by the Herald Journal, and in 2016, she receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from Utah State University’s Center for Women and Gender.

Links and resources:

https://www.capsa.org/

https://udvc.org/
(power and control wheel website)

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

CAPSA’s 24-hour Support Phone Line: 435-753-2500

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