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Wednesday, July 16th, 2008
By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.
You know from the core of your being that living in an abusive relationship is not good…not healthy…outright destructive. But you struggle with leaving. And those that know of your circumstances remain perplexed as to why you just don’t go.
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Sunday, July 13th, 2008
By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.
Jealously is a “hot-button” for many in abusive and in non-abusive relationships. It can be misinterpreted as a sign of caring for someone so much that the jealous partner reaches “tilt” should they sense the possibility of losing one’s affections. However, never let this fool you. As it has nothing to do with your value or your partner’s valuing of you.
To the contrary. (more…)
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Wednesday, July 9th, 2008
By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.
Often it is the person closest to the abused individual that becomes vocal about the existence of an abusive relationship. This may be mother, father, sister, brother or best friend. What becomes most difficult for these bystanders is helping their loved one acknowledge the abuse as they see it.
How do you help your son, brother or friend awaken to their abusive relationship? Over the years in working with families, I’m aware that their very efforts to accomplish this mission often backfire and at best do nothing. (more…)
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