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| Decided it's time to leave | 7/4/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: I have finally decided it's time to leave. I've seen a bankruptcy lawyer but he can only discharge ... A: !! I am so glad to hear from you!!! I have not felt well in the last few days, so I have not been ...
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| dealing with an abusive ex wife | 6/30/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: I am two and a half years after divorce. We share custody of a 7yo son (alternate weeks). My ex has ... A: In response to your question, abuse should never be tolerated. Even though you are a man who has ...
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| my daughter | 6/26/2009 | Susan Blocker |
Q: I have a 21 year old daughter who lives or lived with me until last night.for years she has ... A: I thank you for your inquiry. The article listed below may be of great help to you. Please take in ...
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| What should I do, any suggestions? | 6/22/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: I have been in an abusive relationship until about 1 year ago. I was with my ex-husband since I was ... A: I must say that you have my empathy for what you are going through. Before taking drastic measures ...
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| Do They Ever Change? | 6/19/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: What is the success rate of an abusive person getting well and turning their life around? If they ... A: Lynne, You posed a very interesting question and I appreciate you contacting me for ...
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| Should I divorce? | 6/14/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: My husband hits me often but it does not make any bruises. I tried to call police but he always ... A: In response to your question, yes, I do think that you should divorce, for the simple fact that he ...
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| Abuse | 6/9/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: How long will my sister deny to authorities that she is being both physically and verbally abused, ... A: Carol, I do think that your sister needs to deal with this in her own way. Of course, as her ...
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| charges of assault on a female by my boyfriend | 6/8/2009 | Laura Giles |
Q: I have been in a relationship for 2 years now off and on. I have 3 children that I am raising. My ... A: He ONLY pushed the refrigerator door on you and hit the fridge? ONLY? You both need treatment. You ...
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| need advice | 6/8/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: My husband and I had an argument yesterday. We were both emotional, but about different topics. We ... A: I can only imagine how scary this is for you. You didn't mention how long you had been married, ...
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| Domestic Violence; Physically Abused | 6/6/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: I am married since last 3 years. Right from the begining I came to know that my husband has too much ... A: Meghan, If you are being abused, you need to get out of that situation as soon as possible. I ...
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| Any organizations to help | 6/6/2009 | Susan Blocker |
Q: I am a victim of domestic violence.I dont want to stay with my husband.I have one year old kid,USA ... A: I thank you for your inquiry and I am sorry for your situation. I researched the organizations that ...
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| Is it me causeing him to be abusive? | 6/6/2009 | Susan Blocker |
Q: I have been married for 7 years now we have 2 kids one mine from a previous relationship and one ... A: I thank you for your inquiry. I want to assure you that you are NOT in any way responsible for your ...
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| Abusive husband | 6/5/2009 | Annie Kaszina |
Q: Let me begin with the starting it is a long story. I was only 20 whn I got married to this man who ... A: I wonder that you still listen to what 'other people' say. 'Other people' have helped you get ...
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| Friend's Engagement | 6/2/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: I have a girlfriend, age 19, who is engaged to be married this August. They've been dating 8 months. ... A: There are definitely red flags here and at 23, a person should not be sucking their thumb. Denial ...
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| I'm Being Mentally Abused | 5/28/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: I've been living with ex husband due to illness for 15 years. He has mentally and physically abused ... A: Lora, First, I want to know why you tolerated this crap for all those years before you were ...
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| Your book has inspired me | 5/28/2009 | Dianne Schwartz |
Q: For 5 years I was in a violent relationship and reading your book has inspired me to write about ... A: Several things about telling your story: Who is going to be your reading audience? Christian, ...
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| Abusive Little Brother | 5/26/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: WELL TELL YOU THE TRUTH I DONT EVEN NO HOW TO START I HAVE A LITTE BOTHER AGE OF 12 AND MYSLFE AGE ... A: Dora, First I must say that I realize how much you love your little brother by trying to find ...
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| Degrees of domestic abuse | 5/23/2009 | Annie Kaszina |
Q: I have recently separated from my partner of 7 years. We have a four year old daughter. After a ... A: If I had a dollar for every time an abused woman asks me: "Can my partner change?" I'd be able to ...
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| Stay or Go? | 5/19/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: My husband and I have been married for 10 years. He has become so controling and it seems like I am ... A: Lynn, In response to your question, you have pretty much said everything accept those last ...
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| Recovering from an abusive husband | 5/18/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: It has been four years since I left my first husband. He abused me emotionally, and forced me to ... A: Kelly, What you need is positive encouragement and you will get that from me. I commend you on ...
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| marriage | 5/17/2009 | Laura Giles |
Q: I ve been married for 6yrs and I ve 2 childern. for those 6yrs, i ve never felt like one with my ... A: From the information you provided, there seems to be no good reason to return to your marriage. Why ...
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| Can I save my marriage after being violent? | 5/14/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: Can I save my marriage after being violent? We have been married for 13 years. On three terrible ... A: It sounds as though you are doing a great deal to address the issues and I congratulate you for ...
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| Should I leave him? | 5/11/2009 | Laura Giles |
Q: Long story. Thank you for taking the time to read this! My boyfriend and I have been together for ... A: Your question is, "Should I leave him?" If the relationship is abusive, unhealthy, and not likely to ...
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| What Do I Do Please | 5/11/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: My husband and I have been together for 16 yrs and have 3 children 16, 15 ,6 I am a reck and feel ... A: Sharon, First off, getting help begins with you, but you have taken the first step by realizing ...
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| Can a marriage recover after abuse? | 5/10/2009 | Annie Kaszina |
Q: I have been married for 10 years. Last week, during a terrible fight, my husband strangled me. I ... A: That's a difficult question to answer, especially given how little information you provide. From ...
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| Emotional Abuse | 5/7/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: I finally confronted my husband again about his angry tirades. He recently had 2 episodes: one that ... A: Abusive relationships can be very complicated, can't they? I'm sorry to hear of the struggles you ...
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| Emotional abuse? | 5/6/2009 | Dianne Schwartz |
Q: My ex and I have managed to stay friends for over 14 years after a divorce. He knew that I was ... A: Not really emotional abuse, Kathryn. It seems like he just needs to move on or perhaps, has found ...
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| Domestic Violence even after divorce | 4/27/2009 | Annie Kaszina |
Q: I have been seperated from my ex for about 2 1/2 years now. There was a long string of domestic ... A: The situation you describe is a very worrying and threatening one indeed. Clearly, the Sheriff ...
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| Mental Abuse | 4/24/2009 | Laura Giles |
Q: My husband and I have been together for 13 years. we have two children they are 10 and 7. I have ... A: My advice is to speak to your local domestic violence advocate to create a safety plan and a plan of ...
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| Verbal Abuse | 4/23/2009 | Dianne Schwartz |
Q: What to do? I have been married for 6 years, and I thought as many do I could change my husbands ... A: If your best friend was going through this, what advice would you give her? This man is going to ...
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| I feel weak | 4/19/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: What do I do? I got married about two-and-a-half years ago to a man who is 15 years older than me. ... A: These kinds of relationships are so difficult and I realize in India that extended family has a lot ...
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| Abusive Marriage | 4/17/2009 | Laura Giles |
Q: I've been married for five years and the entire time I have been a victim of emotional and verbal ... A: My advice is that you leave. The reason is, if he leaves, he will most likely just come and go at ...
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| Abusive Marriage | 4/16/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: I got married in the month of May 2008 to a highly qualified, well employed person who seemed ... A: This must be a very confusing situation for you and I hope that I can clarify some things for you. ...
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| Do I Have a Disability? | 4/14/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: Kriss: I contacted you because of your statement about faith-based decisions. My faith is what kept ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your situation and hope that you can benefit from the advice you are ...
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| is it abuse? | 4/14/2009 | Dianne Schwartz |
Q: I have a very confusing situation and I am not sure if it is any kind of abuse. my husband and I ... A: Tamara, I know you're scared (been there) but I also know that temporary fear is better than living ...
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| is it abuse? | 4/13/2009 | Dianne Schwartz |
Q: I have a very confusing situation and I am not sure if it is any kind of abuse. my husband and I ... A: You need to sit down and seriously consider if you want to spend the rest of your life this way ...
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| Is this abuse? Or can we work it out? | 4/8/2009 | Kriss Mitchell |
Q: (I am sorry to have taken up so much space here, but I am so confused and worried and wanted to ... A: I am grateful that what I said was a blessing to you. These situations are very difficult, but you ...
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| Sign of abuse? | 4/8/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: I've been very confused and shocked about an incident I've encountered and I just feel hopeless ... A: Jennifer, I do apologize for not getting back with you in a timely manner. Although you may have ...
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| Is Emotional/Verbal Abuse Enough to Run? | 4/8/2009 | Chardonnay Nicole Thomas |
Q: My husband has over the last several years begun morphing into a very controlling and emotionally ... A: Sara, I do apologize for taking this long to get back with you. I would still like to advise you ...
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| He Will Not Forgive | 4/7/2009 | Laura Giles |
Q: My husband and I were having problems. I became friends with a male co-worker, and I confided in ... A: If you want to move forward with your husband, the best thing you can do is to try to understand ...
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