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JBWS Turns 50!
In 1976, domestic violence was considered a private family matter that was simply not discussed. Community members were taught not to see bruises on a victim, not to hear the raised voices of their neighbors, and not to intervene when they felt something was wrong. But 50 years ago today (March 26, 2026), a small […]
Can Choking During Sex Ever Be Truly Consensual?
Choking your partner during sex, also called sexual choking, is becoming increasingly common, particularly among teenagers and young adults. But is it possible to consent to choking? Can you consent to something that could kill you with the same force it takes to open a can of soda? “The body doesn’t know the difference between […]
What is Healthy Fighting? How to Disagree With Respect
The term healthy fighting might send oxymoronic but that doesn’t mean it’s untrue. It is possible to fight with your partner in a healthy way and to disagree with respect. “In some ways, it is healthy to have disagreements”, says Mary Jane McCarthy, the Professional Training Manager at JBWS, “But what the disagreement looks like […]