Free Yourself from an Abusive Relationship: A Guide to Taking Back Your Life

Seven Steps to FreedomIf you are in an abusive relationship -- or know someone who is -- and don't know what to do, this book can help. Free Yourself from an Abusive Relationship provides a practical seven-step plan that restores power and gives hope to those suffering abuse.Step 1: Recognizing Abusive Behavior defines types of abuse ranging from physical, sexual and emotional to the lesser-known financial, social and spiritual abuse, and describes how to identify early signs of abuse.Step 2: Learning About Abusers and Victims helps you identify patterns of abusive behavior. This step also addresses special issues, including abuse in rural communities and between same-sex partners, as well as child, teen and elder abuse.Step 3: Preparing for Emergencies provides essential information on working with courts and local law enforcement, and describes how to create a safety plan.Step 4: Getting Help After a Crisis gives guidance on dealing with immediate needs such as medical treatment, mo