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Jul 08, 2014, 03:15 PM
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My friend has always been in unstable/ abusive relationships. Her first boyfriend broke several bones and locked her in rooms ect. Now she is older but just got abused again by someone different.
How can I help her not get back with her boyfriend and help her? She thinks she is in total control over the situation now by filing a restraining order but to me, I can see she is too paranoid and is locking herself in her house to protect her. I think that is exactly what he wants and knows he can still get to her.
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#2
Jul 08, 2014, 05:41 PM
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I would suggest encouraging her to read Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft. Is it possible to get her to speak to a counsellor or helpline at all also, maybe a phoneline if she doesn't feel able to go out?
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Jul 08, 2014, 06:54 PM
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I was abused by both of my husbands. Unfortunately, she is the only one who can decide when she's had enough. Just be there for her when she leaves him.
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#4
Jul 08, 2014, 08:06 PM
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I would suggest the book that saved my life: The Verbally Abusive Relationship by Patricia Evans.
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