Free Yourself from an Abusive Relationship : A Guide to Taking Back Your Life
, by Kraus, Richard; Lissette, Andrea- ISBN: 9780897932578 | 0897932579
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 1/21/2000
Acknowledgments | p. x |
Preface | p. xi |
Introduction | p. 1 |
Recognizing Abusive Behavior | |
Identifying Abuse | p. 8 |
Patterns of Domination and Control | p. 9 |
The Domestic Violence Cycle | p. 9 |
Types of Abuse | p. 11 |
Emotional Abuse | p. 13 |
Patterns of Emotional Abuse | p. 14 |
Emotional Abuse Inventory | p. 31 |
Physical Abuse | p. 33 |
Patterns of Physical Abuse | p. 33 |
Physical Abuse Inventory | p. 35 |
Sexual Abuse | p. 37 |
Patterns of Sexual Abuse | p. 37 |
Rape | p. 38 |
Incest and Other Sexual Abuse of Children | p. 39 |
Sexual Abuse Inventory | p. 41 |
Social Abuse | p. 42 |
Patterns of Social Abuse | p. 43 |
Social Abuse Inventory | p. 43 |
Financial Abuse | p. 45 |
Patterns of Financial Abuse | p. 45 |
Financial Abuse Inventory | p. 46 |
Religious and Spiritual Abuse | p. 48 |
Patterns of Spiritual Abuse | p. 48 |
The Misuse of Religious Doctrine | p. 48 |
Religious and Spiritual Abuse Inventory | p. 50 |
Learning About Abusers and Victims | |
Recognizing Abusers | p. 52 |
Characteristics and Attitudes of Abusers | p. 53 |
Female Abusers | p. 57 |
Abuser Inventory | p. 58 |
Recognizing Danger Signals | p. 60 |
Indicators of Potentially Dangerous Behavior | p. 61 |
Potential Danger Inventory | p. 63 |
Victims of Abuse | p. 65 |
Myths About Victims of Abuse | p. 65 |
Why Victims Stay in or Return to Abusive Relationships | p. 67 |
Victim Dependencies | p. 77 |
Mutual Dependency | p. 82 |
Examining Your Reasons for Staying in or Returning to an Abusive Relationship | p. 83 |
Specific Victim Circumstances and Concerns | p. 87 |
Abusers with Money, Influence, and Power | p. 87 |
Cultural Concerns | p. 90 |
Male Abuse Victims | p. 93 |
Victims in Rural Areas | p. 94 |
Same-Sex Partners | p. 97 |
Victims with Disabilities | p. 99 |
Abuse During Pregnancy | p. 100 |
Abuse at Different Ages | p. 102 |
Abuse of Children | p. 102 |
Adolescents, Teenagers, and Dating Violence | p. 110 |
Abuse of Seniors | p. 114 |
Preparing for Emergencies | |
Violent Crisis and Emergency Situations | p. 118 |
Emergency Plans and Safety Plans | p. 118 |
If You Leave Home During a Crisis | p. 122 |
Remaining at Home | p. 124 |
Taking Care of Children in a Crisis | p. 127 |
Avoiding Child Abduction | p. 128 |
Hostage Taking | p. 129 |
Stalking | p. 130 |
The Legal Process | p. 133 |
Civil and Criminal Courts and Protective Orders | p. 134 |
Protective Orders | p. 135 |
Criminal Court Procedures | p. 142 |
Victim-Related Court Concerns | p. 143 |
Mediation | p. 144 |
Court Advocates | p. 145 |
Attorneys | p. 147 |
Federal Laws and Civil Lawsuits | p. 148 |
Getting Help After a Crisis | |
Getting Help Immediately After a Crisis | p. 152 |
Medical Attention and Evidence | p. 152 |
Support from Family and Friends | p. 155 |
Community Resources and Shelters | p. 157 |
Getting Help for the Longer Term | p. 160 |
From Victim to Survivor | p. 160 |
Keeping Safe After a Crisis | p. 161 |
Money Matters | p. 163 |
Immigration Help | p. 164 |
Work Issues | p. 164 |
Transportation Issues | p. 167 |
Making the Decision to Stay or Leave | |
Evaluating Your Relationship | p. 170 |
The Examination Process | p. 170 |
Restricting Abuser Communication | p. 174 |
Abuser Assessment | p. 175 |
Effects on Children | p. 176 |
Assessing the Impact on You | p. 177 |
Examination Do's and Don'ts | p. 178 |
Evaluation Questions for Victims of Abuse | p. 180 |
Planning for Change | p. 182 |
Forming Realistic Expectations | p. 182 |
Building Alternatives to Abuse | p. 183 |
Making Goals and Plans | p. 185 |
Rebuilding Your Sense of Self | p. 186 |
Establishing Nonabusive Boundaries | p. 187 |
Taking Action | p. 191 |
Taking Action | p. 192 |
The Decision to Stay or to Leave | p. 198 |
Learning to Heal and Rebuild | |
Healing and Rebuilding | p. 206 |
Grief and Abuse | p. 206 |
After Grief | p. 211 |
Healing Strategies | p. 213 |
Long-Term Rebuilding and Restoration Strategies | p. 218 |
Counseling After Abuse | p. 221 |
Why Seek Counseling? | p. 221 |
Choosing a Counselor | p. 223 |
Programs for Abusers | p. 225 |
Couples Counseling | p. 228 |
Depression | p. 231 |
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | p. 233 |
Remaining Abuse-Free | |
Precautions for Your Protection | p. 236 |
General Safety Precautions | p. 236 |
New Dates and Acquaintances | p. 239 |
New Relationships | p. 240 |
Precautions for Seniors | p. 240 |
Rape Safeguards | p. 242 |
Safeguards to Avoid Child Abduction | p. 243 |
Maintaining Your Life Free from Abuse | p. 246 |
Establish and Maintain Financial Security | p. 247 |
Know Your Legal Rights | p. 249 |
Maintain Healthy Personal Behaviors | p. 252 |
Maintain Individual Interests and Relationships | p. 256 |
Teach Your Children Nonabusive Behavior | p. 266 |
Welcoming a Life Without Abuse | p. 269 |
A Heritage of Violence | p. 270 |
Collaborating in Your Community | p. 274 |
A Victim's Bill of Rights | p. 276 |
Resources | p. 277 |
Notes | p. 280 |
Table of Contents provided by Syndetics. All Rights Reserved. |
The New copy of this book will include any supplemental materials advertised. Please check the title of the book to determine if it should include any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.
The Used, Rental and eBook copies of this book are not guaranteed to include any supplemental materials. Typically, only the book itself is included. This is true even if the title states it includes any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.
Digital License
You are licensing a digital product for a set duration. Durations are set forth in the product description, with "Lifetime" typically meaning five (5) years of online access and permanent download to a supported device. All licenses are non-transferable.
More details can be found here.