Partner Abuse Books by Ann Silvers
I understand partner abuse because I’ve witnessed it, studied it, and lived it.- I have a legacy of abuse on both sides of my family tree.
- I know what it is like to be the target of abuse from a partner.
- I've studied about partner abuse.
- I've counseled people dealing with partner abuse.
All that learning comes together in my books about partner abuse and domestic violence.
- Ann Silvers
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Gender-Inclusive Partner Abuse Books
Partner abuse happens in all couple gender configurations, straight and LGBTQ+. Most resources focus on male-to-female domestic violence. That's important work and education, but we need to broaden discussion and increase awareness beyond that narrow view.
We need to offer help and support suited to anyone experiencing partner abuse.
- Ann Silvers
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What is the Cycle of Abuse? Is There Hope for Real Change?
One of the confusing aspects of partner abuse is that it is often not constant. There can be phases that are more intense and others that are less intense, possibly involving a period of regret, apology, and promises of change that increase hope that things will be OK. Spinning in these cycles is disorienting and exhausting.- Ann Silvers
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Why Do People Stay in Abusive Relationships?
Leaving an abusive relationship isn’t always easy or obvious. This post explores 14 reasons people stay — shedding light on the emotional, cultural, and practical forces that keep them stuck.
- Ann Silvers
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Patriarchy Isn't The Only or Main Reason for Partner Abuse
The overemphasis of patriarchy as the reason for partner abuse and domestic violence is ill-placed and actually gets in the way of reducing the occurrence of partner abuse and thwarts the repair of people's lives.
This post lists 70 other reasons someone might be abusive toward their partner.
- Ann Silvers
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The Pain and Strain of Dealing with an Abusive Wife: An Abused Husband's Story
This man's story of his life with an abusive wife is compelling, gut-wrenching, and ultimately—inspiring.
It's a must read for any man who's wondered why his relationship is so painful, why he can't seem to please his wife or girlfriend no matter what he does, or is spinning with deciding whether to stay in a difficult relationship or end it.
It's important education for men who want to arm themselves with information so they can avoid being pulled into relationships with abusive bullying women.
And it is invaluable in expanding the conversation about the reality of partner abuse when the target of the abuse is a man and the source of the abuse is a woman.
- Ann Silvers
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