Getting Free: A Handbook for Women in Abusive Relationships
- ISBN-10
- 0931188377
- ISBN-13
- 9780931188374
- Series
- Getting Free
- Category
- Abused wives
- Pages
- 316
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1986
- Publisher
- Seal Press (CA)
- Author
- Ginny NiCarthy
Description
Since its first publication, Getting Free has provided a lifeline for thousands of women seeking to free themselves from abusive relationships. With uncomplicated yet motivational language, this book contains all the tools and advice you need to help yourself recognize, respond to, and overcome domestic violence. Practical information is partnered with special exercises designed to identify patterns of behavior - and to ultimately help you make decisions about your life and your future. Each chapter provides solid solutions for issues related to a variety of topics, including emotional abuse, child abuse, financial stability, legal issues, love and fear, same-sex abuse, teen abuse, guilt, and safety - from planning a safe escape to staying safe long after you leave. Book jacket.
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