The death of popular rapper Takeoff underscores a uniquely American problem – gun violence.
Tag: victim blaming
The First Question
A poem about how the first question someone asks when a crime against a woman takes place is always aimed at the woman herself.
Dissecting the Ideal Victim Archetype Through a Trauma-Informed Lens
Conducting further research on women’s tendency to use the fawn defense mechanism in the face of assault will help in preventing victim-blaming.
My Story With Bipolar Disorder, and How to Talk and Not Talk About Mental Illnesses
An essay on how society treats physical and mental pain differently – even though they can be equally unbearable.
Why Is Celebrity Abuse on Twitter So Bad? It Might Be a Problem With Our Empathy
People appear to victim-blame celebrities for the abuse they suffer on Twitter.
Why Didn’t I Stop Him?
During a sexual assault, it's extremely common to freeze.
Whose Fault Is It Anyway?
A poem on the persisting rape culture and misogynistic attitudes in our society.
Dealing With Abusive Parents in Adulthood
Abuse at home comes under the guise of concern, care, expectations and love.
But Why Was She Wearing That?
No article of clothing, no matter how revealing or 'sexy', is consent.
Revenge Porn is Sexual Violence, Not Millennial Negligence
Recently, intimate photos of the US representative Katie Hill were leaked to the media and published – without her consent.