January 20th, 2015
by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.
Have you ever noticed how some people want you to know that you fall short on their satisfaction scale no matter what you give?
You go all out to please them in their time of need, and still it’s not enough. That is their message; but is that their truth? I don’t think so.
To read the complete article, please read here Psychology of Battering ~ Projection and Control in Abusive Relationships
© Dr Jeanne King, Ph.D. – Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention
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January 3rd, 2015
by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.
Most everyone has had an encounter with someone that leaves you feeling icky. These interactions are usually loaded with pitfalls, bullying and dead-ends. You want to run. You feel your body taking you out of the encounter and your spirit goes numb. In the moment you may not even realize how toxic the exchange is, until it is over.
To read the complete article, please visit Abusive People – The Icky Feeling of Interacting with People Who Batter
© Dr Jeanne King, Ph.D. – Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention
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December 5th, 2014
by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.
It’s bad enough when you sleep in one of these nightmares. Imagine raising your son to become a responsible, loving young adult. He is nonviolent in his communication and interaction with others, gifted with unique talents and successful in life…except in one area.
He is entangled in a controlling abusive intimate relationship, and you are aware that the young man you once knew sounds and acts like another person. It is very clear to you that he is controlled—to the core—by his intimate partner.
To read the complete article, please visit Adult Child in a Controlling Relationship – In the Outer Orbit of Controlling Abusive Relationships
© Dr Jeanne King, Ph.D. – Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention
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