The Simmons Family and the Impact of Abuse Allegations

Russell Simmons has been accused of sexual misconduct by more than a dozen women, and over Father's Day weekend his ex-wife and daughter took to social media to accuse him of verbal abuse. The Simmons family's battle is unusually public, but they aren't alone. Following the rise of the #MeToo movement and a societal shift regarding the importance placed on consent, many people have dealt with someone they know, socialize with or even love being accused of inappropriate behavior. Experts say abuse allegations can tear a family apart, but the key is to avoid engaging with someone who acts this way once their world is upended – regardless of the reason.