Domestic Abuse

Domestic Violence Survivor: Rob Porter Shows How Far We’ll Go to Silence Victims

'What continues is a unilateral blaming of women — whether they stay or go'

By Michele Weldon February 9, 2018

This Week in Motto: Your Core Confidence

An essential

By Claire Howorth April 14, 2017

Maryland Could Soon Order Alleged Domestic Abusers to Wear Tracking Devices

'It's Amber's legacy'

By Samantha Cooney April 12, 2017

Trump's New Administration Includes Two Accused Domestic Abusers

In previous administrations, domestic violence has been considered a dealbreaker

By Charlotte Alter December 13, 2016

Lawyer in Labor Secretary Nominee's Divorce Says Abuse Allegations Were 'Credible'

"I found her facts to be cohesive," says lawyer who represented Andrew Puzder's ex-wife

By Charlotte Alter December 9, 2016

27% of Europeans Think Rape Can Be Justifiable, New Study Finds

The survey also revealed attitudes to domestic abuse and sexual harassment

By Suyin Haynes November 30, 2016

You Have to See Amber Heard’s Powerful PSA Against Domestic Violence

'Your voice is the most powerful thing'

By Suyin Haynes November 28, 2016

Pioneering Pictures of Domestic Violence

In a TIME Red Border Film, photographer Donna Ferrato shares the story of her groundbreaking images of spousal abuse

By TIME Staff June 1, 2016

Domestic Abuse Charges Dropped Against Carolina Panthers' Greg Hardy

The Panthers player was arrested last May and charged with physically assaulting his former girlfriend

By Scooby Axson / Sports Illustrated February 9, 2015

Third Ray Rice Video Surfaces

Footage shows the couple, handcuffed by police, kissing before they're separated

By Dan Kedmey December 20, 2014

NFL Exec Troy Vincent: There Needs to Be a Culture Change Throughout the NFL

The privilege of playing football cannot override the rights of victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse

By Troy Vincent December 8, 2014

How Roger Goodell's Blind Side Shattered the NFL's Reputation

In his zeal to protect the shield, the commissioner lost sight of honesty, transparency, and concern for others’ welfare

By Terry O’Neill December 5, 2014

Man Arrested After Allegedly Using McChicken Sandwich as Weapon

He didn't like the sandwich

By People / Kelli Bender December 5, 2014

Why Janay Rice Can't Call Herself a Domestic Abuse Victim

Being identified as such threatens the kind of woman she sees herself as

By Gail Saltz December 4, 2014

Why We Should Support Janay and Ray Rice Staying Together

Instead of condemning Ray or blaming Janay, we should support the Rices' decision for what it is—optimism, and a chance to change their union for the better

By Dr. Dean Parker December 3, 2014

Ray Rice Seeks 'Second Chance'

'I made a horrendous mistake'

By Justin Worland December 2, 2014

NFL: Goodell Testifies at Rice Hearing

He would ordinarily hear such appeals, but as he is appearing as a witness a former District Court judge is arbitrating

By Elizabeth Barber November 6, 2014

Florida State's Karlos Williams Investigated in Domestic Abuse Case

Seminoles confirmed that the status of their star running back is under review pending investigation

By Noah Rayman October 27, 2014

NBA Player Jeff Taylor Arrested in Michigan

He had been booked on domestic assault charges earlier the same day

By David Stout September 26, 2014

Five Best Ideas of the Day: September 24

1. Because of America’s unique relationship with Liberia, we have an obligation to help fight the Ebola outbreak there. By James Ciment in Slate 2. Medical research often doesn’t account for different ethnicities, and underrepresented...

By The Aspen Institute September 24, 2014

Modern Family Star Gets Restraining Order Against Ex

The actress claims he choked her and threatened her life

By Eliana Dockterman September 24, 2014

Watch the Trailer for HBO's Documentary on Domestic Abuse

The film premieres Oct. 20

By Eliana Dockterman September 23, 2014

Police Say NFL Player Head-Butted Wife

New details after Jonathan Dwyer was arrested on assault charges

By Noah Rayman September 18, 2014

Nicole Brown's Sister: Pistorius Is Another O.J.

Until we have zero tolerance for domestic violence, especially from male athletes, we will see this horror played out again and again

By Denise Brown September 13, 2014

Chris Brown Gives Ray Rice Advice So He Doesn't 'Become a Monster'

"I’ve been down that road," said the R&B singer, who pled guilty to felony assault of his then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009

By Laura Stampler September 12, 2014

20 Years of Change: Joe Biden on the Violence Against Women Act

VAWA, which changed our national conversation on abuse and brought safety to more women, is my proudest legislative accomplishment

By Joe Biden September 10, 2014

Asking the Right Questions About Domestic Abuse

The #WhyIStayed hashtag is well-intentioned, but it's a good answer to a bad question

By Charlotte Alter September 9, 2014

Study: One Third Of E.U. Women Suffer Abuse

One in ten claims to have experienced sexual violence by age of 15

By Kharunya Paramaguru March 5, 2014

Domestic Abuse

Stop Asking Whether Women 'Love Themselves Enough' to Leave Their Abusers

How to Find Room for Forgiveness in the #MeToo Movement

Photographer Donna Ferrato: Black Eyes Don’t Lie

President Trump Will Not Diminish My Truth