Blog — partner abuse

Gaslighting Decoded: Insights and Quotes from Experts

Gaslighting will make you question your perception of reality. It can make you feel so unsure of yourself that you'll not only doubt your version of events--you'll absorb the gaslighter's version as if it's real. 

Read on for gaslighting quotes to hear how experts define and describe gaslighting. 

Self-Help and Helper-Help Books by Therapist Ann Silvers

Through decades of working with counseling clients as individuals and couples, I've learned a lot about what helps people build healthier, happier, and more successful lives and relationships.

I've drawn on that experience to create self-help and helper-help books designed for individuals' personal use and as professional resources for teachers, counselors, therapists, and group leaders to assist their work with students and clients.

I'm up to 16 books published!

Topics include anxiety relief, what works and doesn't work in relationships, and emotional intelligence skills, among others.

Here are links for each. Some links are for the site you are currently on, and some are for Amazon. Listing books on Amazon allows each copy to be printed on demand when it is ordered—no matter where in the world you are.

The Amazon links are for Amazon.com (US), but the books are also available from Amazon in other countries, such as amazon.ca, amazon.au, etc.

Narcissist Traits and Red Flags: Signs You May Be Dealing with One

Narcissists can be charming at first—but underneath the surface are patterns of self-centeredness, manipulation, and emotional control. This post outlines key narcissistic traits, explores how they affect relationships, and helps you identify red flags before you're pulled in too deep.

Why do Women Abuse Men?

Partner abuse doesn't just happen man-to-woman. Women can also be abusive to men. Why do girlfriends and wives sometimes abuse their boyfriends and husbands verbally, emotionally, psychologically, financially, physically, and even sexually?

Click to learn 72 reasons why women who abuse men do it.

Signs of a Controlling Girlfriend, Wife, or Ex

Abusive women can use their words, tone, and/or body language to manipulate and exert control over their partners in an instant, or over time by wearing them down or conditioning.

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Parental Alienation: When One Parent Turns a Child Against the Other

Parental alienation happens when one parent turns a child against the other parent—often through manipulation, fear, or control. This post explains what parental alienation looks like, why it happens, and how it affects both the targeted parent and the child. Includes real-life examples, research insights, and resources for support.