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Emotional Abuse—It’s Not About You

By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

Some emotional abuse is so subtle; it blind-sides you before you have identified it. And you remain overlooked, devalued and confused. Sound familiar?

I often hear women say, “I can’t understand why he won’t let me out of his sight; let’s face it, the guy can’t find anything good about me.” “So why must he have me around, if he hates me?” they wonder. (more…)

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Systemic Abuse: The Challenge Facing Domestic Abuse Survivors, Part IV

By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

What should you do when you are entangled in systemic abuse?

A) Take care of yourself: your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

B) Keep your eyes open: know your rights and know the laws affecting your case. (more…)

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Systemic Abuse: The Challenge Facing Domestic Abuse Survivors, Part III

By Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

How do you know you are engaged in systemic abuse?

There are a few compelling tip-offs that evidence systemic abuse.

A) Law enforcement denies you the right to press charges or file a complaint for a documented breach of the criminal law.

B) Your civil attorney throws your case to opposing counsel. (more…)

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