I called women in crisis one time and explained to them that my husband was mentally abusing me and I wasn't sure what I should do to get away from him. They had no advice for me because I wasn't beat up or being physically abused. I felt like they offered me Zero help. They always want you to run to a shelter, but I have my own home and pets that I am responsible for, not to mention a lease. I have all of my possessions . Why should I lose everything that I have worked hard for and go on the run with two children???? My daughter has autism and takes medication for which she must see a doctor on a regular basis. I think sometimes you have to stand your ground. Maybe I'm wrong. My estranged husband started calling me and I take the calls to keep peace for as long as I can but they soon get nasty and they are headed that way now again......I'm just trying to buy myself time. What do you do when you are trying to survive the everyday stuff like bills and taking care of the kids and house and then you have this BS on top of it! I'm so mad!