Description
Written by a therapist who specializes in abusive men, this guide reveals how abusers interact with and manipulate children—and how mothers can help their children recover from the trauma of witnessing abuse.
Can my partner abuse me and still be a good parent? Should I stay with my partner for my children’s sake? How should I talk to my children about the abuse and help them heal? Am I a bad mother?
Mothers in physically or emotionally abusive relationships ask themselves these questions every day. Whether it’s physical or “just” emotional abuse, whether it’s aimed at them or you, whether they see or hear it, your kids need you.
This book, the first ever of its kind, shows mothers how to:
• Protect children and help them heal emotionally
• Provide love, support, and positive role models, even in the midst of abuse
• Increase their chances of winning custody
• Help their kids feel good about themselves
“A must-read for every mother who has been abused…it offers the knowledge women need to protect their children and help them heal.”—William S. Pollack, Ph.D., author of the national bestseller Real Boys
Very informative!!!
With his experience working with abusive men, Lundy Bancroft faces the fall out from domestic abuse head on. This is such a good resource for parents and professionals alike. Highly recommend it.
This is a must read for anyone!! Lundy has a wealth of knowledge to share. If you are feeling lost or hopeless read this!
This is a truly inspiring book with a TON of resources for women who need to keep up the good fight for their children. It’s very informative and has renewed my strength to do what is needed to protect our innocent children. I would love to meet you or speak over the phone. Thank you!!!
One of the best books I have ever read about emotional abuse. Helped me through a very difficult time to understand that I was not crazy as the abuser wanted me to believe. This book should be a must reading for Judges and Attorneys. Sadly the Judges I had in my case never had children and could not understand the situation. On top the Attorney for the other party was also an abuser. I have loaned this book many times to other victims. I treasure it above an beyond. Sadly is not been Published anymore. It should be!!