SBM Violence & Trauma Special Interest Group

That’s a wrap on hashtag #SBM2026! 🥂 The Violence and Trauma SIG had an incredible showing this week at the Society of Behavioral Medicine Annual Meeting in Chicago. A huge thank you to everyone who presented, attended our networking session, and shared their expertise!

Not all violence leaves a mark. Emotional abuse: humiliation, threats, and control can shatter self-worth and mental health. 👀 Learn the signs 📊 Support better data ❤️‍🩹 Believe survivors 🗣️ Speak up: it is never “just words” There’s no excuse for violence. Let’s end the silence. Open the door to emotional and mental-well-being

THIS THURSDAY, Feb 26 at 1 pm ET, join the @aboutKP Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education to learn more about how to address past research harms and build durable, trust-based partnerships with communities to support meaningful firearm violence prevention research. Read more and register here: kpcenterforgunviolenceresearch.org/events/

"Technology is not the problem; the abuse is. With or without the technology, the abuse will still exist." Audace Garnett, NNEDV's Director of Safety Net, joined @NationalCCAW's Podcast on Crimes Against Women to talk about teen dating violence, Black History Month, and more:

As Sexual Assault Awareness Month approaches, we invite partners and communities to sign the SAAM 2026 Proclamation and recommit to prevention and lasting change. Join us in signing the 2026 SAAM Proclamation: ow.ly/e5HF50YgOJt #SAAM2026 #25YearsStrong

📣Attention researchers working on preventing firearm harm! The @aboutKP Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education webinar series continues on Thursday, February 26 at 1 pm ET with Built on Trust: Community Partnerships for Firearm Violence Prevention Research - with practical guidance to address past research harms and build partnerships with communities. 👉Learn more and register: kpcenterforgunviolenceresearch.org/events/

SnapTalk: The Evidence on ERPOs is LIVE TOMORROW, Thursday, February 12 at 11AM with experts, Lisa Geller & Spencer Cantrell. They’ll share their insights on ERPOs, how they’re being used, and why they matter for gun violence prevention. Register now: jh.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Save the date! 🗓️ Safety Net (our sister team at @nnedv) is hosting their #TechSummit August 3-5, 2026, in Washington, DC:

Ready to make a real impact in 2026? Find the right race for you at nomore.org/go-the-distance today. Together, we can end domestic and sexual violence.

The Safe Spaces training helps early care providers, TK-12 educators, and other school staff recognize and respond to trauma and stress in children and create nurturing environments. Take the free training and receive CE credit at training.acesaware.org/aa/alt/detail?….

Online violence doesn't leave physical bruises, but it does cause mental scars. It’s a continuation of offline abuse; amplified by anonymity and reach. Millions of women, girls, and adolescents face harassment, stalking, and threats in digital spaces meant for connection. Let’s change that 🔒 Block and report abuse 🗣️ Speak up and support survivors 🫶 Post with empathy and respect Violence has no place: online or offline. #EndViolence #NoExcuse

🧵: NNEDV is grateful to House and Senate leadership for passing the #LHHS and #THUD appropriations bills and making critical investments that support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 🧡 Dating violence can include mental/emotional abuse, verbal abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, stalking, and more. It's never a victim's fault. Help is available: buff.ly/xHmsDTa #TDVAM #TDVAM2026 #RealLoveRespects

How are ERPOs being used to save lives? Join us for our next SnapTalk on Thursday, February 12 at 11AM with experts Lisa Geller & Spencer Cantrell. They’ll share insights on how they're being used and why they matter for gun violence prevention. Register: jh.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

📣VT-SIG Announcement! We’re launching the SBM Candidate Book this January to increase visibility and professional exposure for candidates at all career stages within SBM. More details in our Dec newsletter! Want to be spotlighted? Complete this form forms.gle/bsEzUa6KW7j1UZ…

Don't miss out on our next webinar, "Living Legends Webinar: Professional Practice Guidelines for Working with Adults with Complex Trauma Histories," with Paul Frewen and Christine Courtois! Learn more and register: #group-tabs-node-course-default1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">cfas.isst-d.org/content/living…

NNEDV's November newsletter is now available! Check out new resources, save the date for upcoming events, find holiday safety-planning guidance for survivors, and more : buff.ly/mnhwX0W

For victims and survivors of abuse whose abusers have been incarcerated, it can be helpful to understand whether they will be on "probation" or "parole" if they are released — especially if a safety plan needs to be created or updated. Learn more: buff.ly/LO8aODC

Violence negatively affects women’s physical, mental, sexual, and reproductive health. If you are experiencing violence: 👋 Reach out to supportive family, friends or neighbours 📞 Call a hotline or access information online if possible 🆘 Seek out local services for survivors #ENDviolence bit.ly/3gy8pfq