Abuse category: 3108 books

From the bestselling author of The Vagina Monologues--a powerful, life-changing examination of abuse and atonement. “A triumph of artistry and empathy.” --Naomi Klein “A crucial step forward . . . This is an urgently needed book right now.” --Jane Fonda “Unflinching...

Every little girl dreams of being a Princess, she just wants to be her Daddy's little girl and for her Mommy to come back... Finding Anna is a gripping first-hand account of a child who survives the horror of sexual abuse and abandonment in a society that turns a blind eye to to the stark reality...

For fifty-two years, Dana Wilson endured emotional and physical abuse from her husband. The abuse escalated until she finally escaped with the help of her son. Not willing to lose control, the abuser tried to kill their only child by terrorizing and shooting at him. The counselors that helped...

Abuse refers to harmful or injurious treatment of another human being that may include physical, sexual, verbal, psychological/emotional, intellectual, or spiritual maltreatment. Abuse may coexist with neglect , which is defined as failure to meet a dependent person's basic physical and medical needs,...

Sexual abuse of children is undoubtedly the most horrendous evil that can be perpetated by man on the innocent. Despite the wide-spread epidemic of child sex abuse, the great majority of cases are never reported and thus the perpetrators are never punished. But there is hope. More and more of the...

Did He Hit Her tells the story of a woman who became entangled in an abusive relationship later in life with a man whose jealous and controlling behavior drained her of her vitality, happiness, and health. Did he hit her? No, not physically, but he hit her with a two-by-four of emotional abuse. Would...

This updated and expanded edition provides comprehensive coverage of the theory and practice of counselling survivors of child sexual abuse (CSA). In a reasoned and thoughtful approach, common stereotypes of abusers and their victims are replaced with current knowledge on the incidence of CSA and...

“Inside every pearl is a secret. Inside every pearl is pain.” With that intriguing beginning, Theo Selles takes you on a compassionate, yet firmly and clearly written program of recovery from loss and shame. The goal: nothing short of complete reclamation of your life. Through the use of allegories,...

"You can be free from cycles of abuse & failure in life! God through the power of Jesus Christ changed my life and took me from cycles of abuse and self-destructive behavior to living a life full of love and success! There is real power in faith so much more than just a church experience! While...

Whether caused by words, actions, or even indifference, emotional abuse is common--yet often overlooked. This helpful guide reveals how those who have been abused by a spouse, parent, employer, or minister can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image. It includes •strategies for dealing...

This book has been in print since 1991 and has sold continually in every state of the U.S. and internationally. Includes the author's Bill of Rights for Survivors of Domestic Abuse. The book helps women move beyond being victims to triumphant survivors. Chapters cover what is abuse, the author's story,...

Learn from the experiences of these program sites to develop better services for women with co-occurring disorders and histories of violence This book explores the efforts of the Women, Co-Occurring Disorders and Violence Study to address the significant lack of appropriate services for women...

Lying. Cheating. Manipulating. Will they ever change? What will it take to get through to them? They apologized, but will this time be different...or will they just get better at hiding what they are up to? This book will help you get out of the fog of confusion and into...

To competently serve families, social work students must understand the theories and issues surrounding family violence. This innovative textbook comprehensively discusses three types of family violence: child abuse and maltreatment, intimate partner violence, and elder abuse. Discussions on...