Abuse Themes in The Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera is a cultural sign post that contains critical themes of abuse still relevant to our relationships today. Tune in to this extended conversation with composer and conductor Philip Shorey as he speaks with advocates Hannah and Nicky from House of Faith and Freedom about how The Phantom of the Opera reflects the experiences of victims and survivors.
Abuse Resources & Information
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According to the CDC:
1 in 3 women in the U.S. have experienced sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner.
1 in 4 men in the U.S. have experienced sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner.
30% of women in the U.S. have been slapped, pushed or shoved by an intimate partner.
10% of women in the U.S. have been strangled or suffocated by an intimate partner.
50% of both men and women in the U.S. will experience psychological abuse / aggression by an intimate partner during their lifetime.
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Minnesota Crisis Line
Day One:
Call 1-866-223-1111
Text 612-399-9995
National Crisis Line
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
Call 1-800-799-7233
Text “START” to 88788
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Love Is Respect
House of Faith and Freedom
Center for Disease Control
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Is it Abuse?
Intimate partner violence can be hard to spot. This quick and free questionnaire can help assess the health of your relationship.
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Plan for the Worst - Hope for the Best
This simple questionnaire provides practical safety considerations to help lower the risk of physical harm by an abusive partner in the home.
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Abuse is messy and complex. If you have been/are in an abusive relationship or know someone who is, it can be helpful to spend some time learning about what abuse is, how it shows up, and what to do if its present. Check out this list of book recommendations;