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Abuse and Addiction – What Is the Difference Between Sexual Abusers, Substance Abusers and Partner Abusers?

By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

In working with people worldwide, I’m aware that there are as many varieties of sex addictions as there are sex addicts…(as the saying goes). And just because someone has a sex addiction, doesn’t mean they are a spousal abuser.

While it’s true that their sexual habits go hand-in-hand with sexual control, their addiction is about the sexual arousal, not the partner control. This is the primary distinction.

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Signs of an Abusive Relationship – Making Unilateral Decisions Without Your Knowledge or Consent

by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

When your partner makes decisions that impact you without your knowledge or consent, he/she is basically acting on your behalf irrespective of your wishes. How do you feel about that?

If you don’t care that someone else is controlling some of your life choices and if the decisions made do not harm you, then it’s probably not a big deal. In fact, it could make life a little simpler because you don’t have to bother yourself with the details of things you don’t know or care to know. However, if the decisions made net consequences to you that are harmful, then chances are you will resent his/her making these decisions without conferring with you.

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Abusive Relationship Signs – You MUST Give Me What I Want!

by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

“I want what I want because I want it, and I’m not letting up until you give it to me. I will badger you even when you are not aware (so I think) to wear you down into submission. Deep down inside I know you seek to please me, thus I will help you change your mind so you can make me happy.” Sound familiar?

If you are in an abusive relationship, I know you know this one. It’s the relentless pursuit of what your partner seeks irrespective of your wishes.

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