Download or read book Thrive A Woman s Guide to Overcoming the Trauma of Domestic Abuse written by Ogochukwu Alaku-Cathern and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Speak Up and Get Out written by and published by . This book was released on 2015-12-17 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Courage and resilience leaps to life for many with the release of the highly anticipated book, Speak Up & Get Out: A Guide to Survive and Thrive from the Devastation of Domestic Violence by respected Domestic Violence Awareness Expert & Strategist, Tamika A. Anderson, D. Sc. For millions who suffer through the trauma of abuse, this self-help book promises to offer a compelling perspective on domestic violence & abuse and a renewed belief in speaking out and taking action against domestic violence. But it doesn't stop there. In addition to its solid advice on dealing with abusive relationships, it also provides tools and strategies for goal setting, rebuilding your self-worth, living a happier abuse free life, developing a positive attitude, and so much more. Speak Up & Get Out: A Guide to Survive and Thrive from the Devastation of Domestic Violence provides the insight, tools, and techniques to guide women (and a few good men) who need help navigating through the most challenging process of healing from past and present pain, trauma, and loss. The S.P.E.A.K. Formula detailed in the book is offered with compassion and understanding from a place of personal experience. The end result is for women to know the red flags of domestic violence & abuse, have a safe exit strategy plan, experience wholeness, and finally live the life they desire free from abuse. As Dr. Anderson states, "You will be broken as long as you allow yourself to be broken. You will be broken if you don't take the time to love yourself first and rebuild your self-esteem. As your self-worth begins to blossom, all of the excruciating pain you are feeling will slowly fade away." This book will help you to not only heal and become whole; it will also lead you on a path to create an unimaginable life!" This book is for you if: - You've tried to do everything right yet your spouse still gets angry. - Something just doesn't feel right in your relationship - You or a loved one might be experiencing some form of domestic abuse. - You are ready to turn your pain into power. Dr. Anderson has mentored, coached, and spoken to hundreds of women and has inspired them to take purposeful action to redirect their life. Dr. Anderson offers the insights of her personal experiences from trauma including childhood abuse, molestation, domestic violence, and the traumatic aftermath thereafter. The same techniques which helped her recover, Dr. Anderson offers in this outstanding book with a sincere interest in helping other women overcome pain. Dr. Tamika A. Anderson is a Domestic Violence Awareness Expert, Strategist, Author, Speaker, Mentor, and Seminar leader. She has helped women to know the red flags, create safe exit strategy plans, and heal from severe abuse and trauma. She has a growing reputation for being a woman who can powerfully transform women's lives. Some of the techniques she uses in her private sessions are detailed in Speak Up & Get Out: A Guide to Survive and Thrive from the Devastation of Domestic Violence. These tools, strategies, and techniques have transformed lives and many of these techniques come from her own personal experiences in dealing with abuse, grief, loss, and trauma.
Download or read book The Black Woman s Guide to Overcoming Domestic Violence written by Shavonne J. Moore-Lobban and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2022-06-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your journey to healing and wholeness after domestic violence begins here. Domestic violence is about power and control. As a Black woman and a survivor of domestic violence, you have had your power taken away from you against your will. You are not alone, and there are tools you can use to feel whole and in control of your life again. Written by two psychologists and experts in BIPOC mental health, this book will show you how to start healing—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this compassionate book addresses the unique struggles faced by Black women who have experienced domestic violence. You’ll find practical and empowering skills to help you understand and heal from trauma, leave harmful situations, and regain a sense of safety and freedom. You’ll also learn how to build a safety net, trust yourself—and others—again, and let go of the shame and guilt resulting from your experience. Finally, you’ll discover ways to reclaim your self-worth, set boundaries in your relationships, and make room for self-care in your day-to-day life. If you’re ready to leave—or have already left—an abusive situation, this book can help you heal from the trauma of domestic violence and discover personal freedom in mind, body, and spirit.
Download or read book Surviving Domestic Violence written by Vincent Jerry and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-10-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Any pattern of behavior in which one partner abuses the other physically, emotionally, psychologically, or financially is considered domestic violence. It has many faces and affects people of all sexes, ages, and socioeconomic statuses. As a pervasive and deplorable social problem, domestic violence has devastating effects on its victims and their loved ones. The following are examples of frequent forms of domestic violence: - The use of physical force against or for the purpose of controlling a partner is an example of physical violence. Physical violence can take the shape of any of the following actions: hitting, slapping, punching, kicking, choking, etc. - One form of abuse is known as "emotional or psychological abuse," and it entails exerting control over a partner's feelings and thoughts. Abusive behavior can take many forms, such as relentless criticism, insults, humiliation, threats, intimidation, isolation, and gaslighting (which causes the victim to question their own view of reality). - When one partner pressures or intimidates another into sexual activity against their will, this is sexual abuse. Any sexual act that is not mutually agreed upon is included in this category. - Economic or financial abuse occurs when one spouse uses their access to or use of money resources to exert dominance and control over the other. Money can be withheld, the victim's career or education might be sabotaged, and the victim can be saddled with debt. - Abuse in the digital or cyber realm refers to the use of electronic devices for the sake of power and control or harassment of a relationship. Some examples of this kind of behavior are eavesdropping on conversations and tracking where people go online or on their phones, and cyberbullying. - The term "stalking" refers to a set of unwelcome and intrusive actions taken with the intent to threaten, harass, or intimidate a partner. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as by following them, calling them repeatedly, or sending them unwelcome texts. - Some abusers will try to control and manipulate their victims by appealing to their religious or spiritual beliefs. Be aware that domestic violence can take many forms and might worsen over time. Injuries, trauma, anxiety, sadness, and low self-esteem are just some of the physical and psychological consequences that victims of domestic violence often endure. Domestic abuse is a serious problem that requires immediate attention. Many services exist to help victims of domestic violence, such as crisis lines, shelters, and advocacy groups. Always put your own well-being and safety first.
Download or read book A Therapist s Guide to Growing Free written by Wendy Susan Deaton and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-01-14 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help victims and survivors break the cycle of abuse! Trying to get victims and survivors of domestic abuse to recognize their own victimization can be a frustrating experience. They often become so frightened, isolated, and self-doubting that they make excuses for the abuser. Combining psychological insight with practical safety information, this book helps therapists guide their clients into understanding--and ending--the vicious cycle of wooing, tension, violence, and remorse. A Therapist's Guide to Growing Free provides a comprehensive outline of the issues, tasks, and goals involved in the treatment of victims and survivors. Its chapter-by-chapter breakdown of how violent relationships function and how to end them safely can help you guide a traumatized woman through her therapeutic journey. The guide's companion volume, Growing Free: A Manual for Survivors of Domestic Violence is the perfect handout for clients in individual therapy, group therapy, and battered women's shelters. Reading stories like their own may provide the shock of recognition they need to be able to understand--and eventually to end--the cycle of violence that characterizes all levels of domestic abuse. It outlines a series of steps they can take to ensure their emotional and physical safety. Its stories of women in abusive relationships and discussions of the cycle of abuse are direct and easy to read without ever being condescending. A Therapist's Guide to Growing Free provides the insight and therapeutic models needed for effective intervention and treatment, including: psychological effects and belief systems of victims and survivors discussions and illustrations of the cycle of violence the effects of domestic violence on children and adolescents the therapeutic challenges of couple/conjoint therapy handling crisis intervention suggestions for conducting group and therapeutic therapy for victim and batterer A Therapist's Guide to Growing Free and its companion volume provide both therapists and clients with a practical, action-oriented approach to the problem of domestic violence. It is ideal training and reference material for counselors at women's shelters, emergency room personnel, law-enforcement officers, and other professionals involved in the rescue, support, defense, and treatment of victims and survivors.
Download or read book Entering the Thriver Zone written by Susan M. Omilian and published by Thriver Zone Series. This book was released on 2016-09-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reclaiming the Lives of Women Who Have Been Abused No longer a victim, beyond a survivor, she is a "thriver" on the brink of a new life. She's a new breed of woman moving on after abuse and she wants her revenge. Living well is her best revenge. She is pushing through her fears to find positive energy and forge a new future for herself and her children. Ready to take this life-changing journey of self-discovery from victim to survivor to "thriver" and permanently break the cycle of violence in your life? Author Susan Omilian has used her seven-step motivational process to assist hundreds of women on their journey over the last fifteen years. Now in book form with easy-to-use worksheets invigorating writing exercises and inspirational thriver success stories, readers will... - See their journey from struggle to transformation to happy ending. - Quiet critical voices and awaken their Happy Person Inside. - Attract positive energy to push through their fears. - Set new, achievable goals to put them in the thriver zone. The innovative material in this guide is valuable not only for victims of abuse but also for their families, friends, counselors, therapists, crisis center staffs, and attorneys. It is a resource for these helpers and supporters, offering a process for the journey to thriving for those caught in this web of abuse.
Download or read book The Many Faces of Domestic Violence written by Sheri Durricks and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't be blinded by Love...Studies show every 9 seconds in the United States, a woman is assaulted or beaten. The adverse effects of domestic violence far outweigh that of physical bruises and scars. The emotional ramifications of abuse are equally detrimental and perilous. Countless victims are suffering in silence as a result of fear and shame. It is time to unveil the hidden, ugly truths of this prevalent societal issue plaguing countless women all over the globe.Domestic violence doesn't discriminate. It can often be the harsh reality for corporate leaders, church dignitaries, celebrities, and/ or the girl next door. 'Faces' empowers women from all cultural spectrums to break deep-rooted patterns of shame, fear and isolation. This poignant book identifies various types of domestic abuse and encourages its reader to own her power, take back her freedom, and give herself permission to live and love again! This book will help the reader to:* Conquer Fear* Embrace Freedom* Stand in God-Given Authority* Find inner peace* Fall in love with 'self' againThe 'Many Faces of Domestic Violence' is a call to action. You have the power to conquer, embrace, and stand in the wake of adversity! This book is filled with real-life stories that prove there is abundant life after abuse. 'Faces' empowers victims of domestic violence to embark upon the journey of self-discovery by embracing their personal truths.
Download or read book A Safe Place for Women written by Kelly White and published by Hunter House. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Safe Place for Women tells a harrowing, but ultimately hopeful, story of one woman's ordeal with an abusive husband and how she gained the strength to leave him and thrive in a new life with her children. Noted women's advocate Kelly White unsparingly revisits the dark periods of her husband's irrational, violent moods. Her narrative makes clear why women often stay in such situations--and also how to end them. After each section of personal narrative, White discusses strategies, legal options, and supportive organizations to help abuse victims overcome the many problems that accompany abuse. White also includes compelling stories of other survivors of domestic violence and a comprehensive list of helping resources.
Download or read book When Love Hurts written by Jill Cory and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Every woman who is struggling to understand the mistreatment she is experiencing in her relationship should begin by reading [this] wonderful book.”—Lundy Bancroft, author of Why Does He Do That? What do you do when the one you love hurts you? Have you been searching for answers to difficult questions about your relationship? Do you feel confused about why your partner seems loving one moment and angry the next? Summoning the courage to ask these challenging questions can seem daunting. You know something is wrong in your relationship, but you are not sure what. If you are beginning to wonder if you are experiencing abuse, this book can offer you support, information, and, most of all, hope as you look for answers. Written by two women with a wealth of experience supporting victims of abuse, When Love Hurts introduces exercises and resources to help you make sense of your relationship, addressing all forms of abuse, including verbal, emotional, financial, sexual, and physical. This practical guidebook is a supportive and nonjudgmental friend to those who don’t know where to turn and is filled with stories from women who have been in the same position. By drawing on your own wisdom and that of the many others who have shared your experience, When Love Hurts can help you find the answers you have been looking for.
Download or read book Surviving Domestic Violence written by Danielle F Wozniak and published by Adams Media. This book was released on 2013-03-18 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overcome violation and build the life you deserve. You're free, strong, and capable. You made the choice to be a survivor and not a victim. But your life from here on out should be about more than just getting by. Written by women who have taken a similar journey, Surviving Domestic Violence helps you find your path toward healing, change, and the future you've always wanted. Authors Danielle F. Wozniak and Karen N. Allen have used their vast experience and years of teaching and researching to create a clinically tested program that not only helps you understand the devastating effects of domestic violence, but also leads you through the four stages of recovery. Through a series of meditations, activities, and pieces of inspiration, you will learn to reclaim your personal power, restore your life trajectory, reconnect with your community, and re-envision what lies ahead. With the guidance of this book, you can finally conquer your past and step into a brighter future. Simple, straightforward, and practical, Surviving Domestic Violence helps you heal from the violation you have experienced and thrive once again.
Download or read book Overcoming Domestic Abuse written by Jody Cowdin and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2016-06-30 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique book provides hope, inspiration and a pathway for victims of abuse to become true survivors, the Overcomers and More than Conquerors they were meant to be. It is also an excellent resource for friends, family, ministries and churches who desire to provide effective support for those impacted by domestic abuse. One in three women will be a victim of domestic violence in her lifetime, and this is true even in the church. This interactive guide provides critical insight and direction that is Biblical and practical, written by someone who understands the issue from personal experience. Important information, skills, steps and strategies are explained along with real life examples so that the path to healing and strength is clear. It describes a process of healing from the emotional and spiritual devastation caused by abuse. And it offers help for parents who want to see their children set free from the generational cycle of domestic violence. This book is designed for women to read individually or as the curriculum for a support group. The goal is healing and transformation, emotionally and spiritually, for those who want to leave their victim identity in the past and move forward into a life of healthy relationships and freedom from abuse. There is a way to rise above the chaos, confusion and conflict. If you are a victim, be encouraged that you are not alone, and begin your journey to becoming a true survivor. Jody Cowdin, M.A., M.Ed., began her career as a public school teacher, and also became a therapist for children and their families. She went on to be an Associate Professor at a Christian University and later, the Executive Director of a Christian shelter for battered women and their children. Beyond her professional training, she made the perilous journey from being a victim of domestic violence to true survivor, and now works to empower others to overcome their victimization. She shares important insights and skills along with her personal story as inspiration to encourage other women to believe they too can find hope, healing and freedom from abuse. Jody states regarding domestic abuse, "If it could happen to me, it could happen to anyone" and her story of overcoming inspires others to believe, "If she can do it, so can I." Her first book for children and teens is titled A Kid's Guide to Understanding Domestic Abuse. Jody can be reached through her website at www.jodycowdin.com."
Download or read book We Choose to Thrive written by Becky Norwood and published by Mbk Enterprises, LLC. This book was released on 2017-01-24 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the pages of this book you will find the stories of 31 amazing women who have the love, the heart, the courage and the wisdom to share their stories with you.While we mention what happened to us, we don?t dwell there. We talk about what we have done and what we are currently doing to be well adjusted, happy and productive. We?ve done our healing work for ourselves first and foremost and as we began to heal, that seeped out to our families, our communities, our countries and our world. We also know that it takes constant attention to our thoughts and feelings as there can be triggers of memory that can threaten to derail our efforts.Each of us has been a victim of abuse, some beginning in childhood, others later on as adults with domestic violence or even rape. You will find stories from sea to shining sea?Shannon from Australia, Michele from New York, Sylvia with roots in Guatemala, women from all around Canada and the U.S. You will discover that the perpetrators of abuse do not respect ethnic backgrounds, socio-economic backgrounds, or religious backgrounds. Abuse is abuse no matter what kind, and there is no measuring device that can predict the impact it has on the victim, no matter how significant or insignificant the abuse may seem.What we all have in common is our deep desire to share with abuse survivors around the world that they too can heal, that they are NOT alone. We share our journey, the resources and most of all the mindset that we needed to adopt to achieve the rich and happy lives we are now living. It truly is a journey.Will you step up and make a choice to thrive? Are you willing to do what it takes? Are you willing to change your focus? We?ve all heard the saying, ?What you focus on expands.? Are you ready to focus on healing and thriving?
Download or read book Helping Her Get Free written by Susan Brewster and published by Seal Press. This book was released on 2006-01-02 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seal Press originally published Helping Her Get Free with the title To Be an Anchor in the Storm. The survivor of an abusive relationship herself and a licensed counselor of abused women for more than a decade, Susan Brewster teaches readers how to recognize the signs of abuse, handle negative feelings, become an effective advocate, deal with the abuser, and more. With a new introduction and updated resource section, this straightforward and compassionate book offers the information needed to help give strength to women who are trying to break free.
Download or read book Ending Domestic Violence Captivity written by Ludy Green and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Ludy Green's introduction to the battered women's movement took place when she volunteered in a shelter in Washington, D.C. many years ago. She immediately saw the need to assist victims of abuse and trafficking by placing them in the workforce--her theory being that financial independence would fulcrum these women away from their abusers, by providing them with the necessary skills to earn a living. Under the careful guidance of Dr. Green, Second Chance Employment Services has assisted women by outfitting them with new clothing, training and the commensurate confidence with which to interview for and hold a job. This concept of establishing employment for victims of abuse and trafficking is a solution oriented step in overcoming abuse. Along the way, Dr. Green tapped a nerve--engaging politicians, CEOs of large corporations, Congress and the United Nations to acknowledge and embrace her vision. In 2013, she was instrumental in providing some new language for the updated Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Through employment a woman can gain her independence, her well being and her dignity to ultimately distance herself from her abuser. Dr. Green's book is a road map for this journey.
Download or read book Healing the Trauma of Domestic Violence written by Edward S. Kubany and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you've freed yourself from an abusive relationship but still suffer from its effects, this program of trauma recovery techniques can help you take back your peace of mind. Based on a clinically proven set of techniques called cognitive trauma therapy (CTT), the exercises in this workbook will help you address feelings of guilt, anger, depression, anxiety, and stress. You'll learn how to break down the negative thoughts that might be cycling in your mind and how to replace them with positive, constructive affirmations. Later in the program, you'll be guided through controlled exposure to abuse reminders, which will enable you to face the fears you might otherwise spend a lifetime avoiding. The program begins and ends with techniques for becoming your own best advocate -- an informed, confident person with all the strength you need to create the secure, fulfilling life you deserve. Book jacket.
Download or read book Trauma Bonds written by Alexis Taiwo and published by . This book was released on 2021-12-12 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Strength. Courage. Resilience. Share one woman's personal journey as she speaks out against abuse and stands her ground after a lifetime of trauma. Every day, domestic abuse hotlines in the US field over 20,000 phone calls, mostly from women. Those calls are from people who recognize that they need help... and who are able to summon the strength and courage to speak out. But what about those who don't feel safe enough to call? What about those who dismiss their experiences as 'normal' or 'deserved'? Domestic abuse can take many forms -- and it's fast becoming a global epidemic. If it's something you've been through, you know only too well how isolating it can feel. There's no one you can talk to, and no matter how hard you try to avoid repeating old patterns, it's all too easy to get sucked back into a cycle of abuse. But how does this happen... and how can you recognize the signs so it doesn't happen again? Trauma Bonds offers more than a self-help guide ever could: it's an open and honest memoir detailing one woman's harrowing story as she overcomes abuse after abuse. Through frank and compelling accounts like this, it's possible to see your own story reflected in her words. Your story may not be the same, but there will be patterns you recognize; accounts that make you want to shout, "Me too!" It's through writing like this that you feel seen... and that is how we raise awareness of an issue that affects a troubling number of women worldwide. In Trauma Bonds, you'll find a heart-wrenching and captivating account of one woman's determination to not only survive, but thrive. You'll discover: An honest and detailed memoir capturing the most difficult and painful details in a cycle of abuse that follows the writer from the UK, to Africa (Nigeria), and to the USA How a seed can be planted at a shockingly young age and set the stage for a lifetime of abuse The value of hindsight in piecing together past wrongs you didn't realize were examples of abuse (the author was in her mid-40s before the puzzle pieces fell into place) How abusers seek to keep their actions hidden... but sometimes those actions can be hidden in plain sight The stark reality of what it's like to be haunted by your experiences of childhood sexual abuse How a lifetime of recurring abuse can take its toll on your mental health Informative and helpful subheadings to break up the text and guide you to a deeper understanding The value of spirituality and therapy in overcoming trauma and taking back power A deeper understanding of the Cycle of Abuse and how child grooming can teach you to ignore your own feelings (without you even realizing) An empowering tale of strength and resilience, giving you the courage to help you find your own And much more. Seeing the truth of your own experiences can be painful and difficult. When someone is willing to hold a mirror up to your story with a vulnerable account of their own, it can help you see patterns and cycles you weren't aware of. Whether you have abuse of your own to unravel or you're simply a compassionate and curious ally, Alexis Taiwo's account is an enlightening insight into the extraordinary power and resilience of those who survive abuse. Content note: this book contains references to sexual and physical violence toward both adults and children. However, you are in very safe hands: this is a rare opportunity to take a deeper look at your own experiences and uncover long-buried details that may light your way to freedom. Share one woman's incredible story of strength and survival, and begin to connect the dots that cause the cycle of abuse: scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now.
Download or read book Out of the Fire written by Jennifer Shepard Payne and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2022-12-01 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to pull yourself out of the fire of pain and live a life of meaning and purpose. As Black people, we are more likely to face a traumatic experience or suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But being Black is about more than the violence that has been perpetrated against us. It also means living a life of dignity and self-worth. We can pull ourselves out of the fire of painful experiences and gain the psychological flexibility needed to thrive, not just survive. This book will help guide you. In Out of the Fire, Black clinician and professor, Jennifer Shepard Payne presents culturally tailored acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) skills to help you heal from trauma, so you can live a meaningful life that is in tune with your own values. The ACT approach in this guide is empowering, strength-based, and non-pathologizing. As you read, you will come to understand that your suffering is not a sign of dysfunction, but rather a product of circumstances and your experience. Once you face the pain of trauma head on, you will discover the tools needed to feel whole. Recovering from trauma in all its forms is something that we desperately need as Black people. Whether you are experiencing mental pain as a result of race-based trauma, or have lived through a personal traumatic experience, this book can help you take the first steps needed to heal and live the life you deserve.
