| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Domestic Violence | 10/7/2009 |
Q: Can a person who is not the typical Domestic Violence Abuser be rehabilitated and change? meaning ...
A: I certainly respect what you have to say as I understand that you are the one on the front lines. ...
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| Domestic Violence | 10/7/2009 |
Q: Can a person who is not the typical Domestic Violence Abuser be rehabilitated and change? meaning ...
A: I am truly sorry to hear of your situation. It is always difficult to separate from a long term ...
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| i dont wont to be scared any more | 10/2/2009 |
Q: iv been out of an abusive relationship for 4 years i was in that relationship for 20 years. i am now ...
A: I certainly understand your concerns. When you spend that kind of time in an abusive relationship, ...
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| Domestic Violence | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I need to know what to do about a neighbor in an abusive relationship. She and her two children ...
A: I certainly understand your concern, but the police are correct. Unless there is some law in your ...
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| Should I press charges against my boyfriend? | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I've been with my boyfriend for 1+ yr by now. He's usually a really nice person when he's not ...
A: My question to you is why in the world are you staying in this relationship? Why would you want to ...
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| speak out | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I was a victim of domestic violence years ago,but now i have a desire to teach others with tools ...
A: My first suggestion would be to contact your local Women's Center or domestic violence organization ...
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| How can I go guilt free? | 9/9/2009 |
Q: So I married an abused man thinking my love could change him. After 10 years of abuse to me and our ...
A: You are a very wise woman, I can tell in the things that you say. Yes, it IS hard to paint yourself ...
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| How can I go guilt free? | 9/4/2009 |
Q: So I married an abused man thinking my love could change him. After 10 years of abuse to me and our ...
A: Please forgive me for not getting right back to you. I discovered that I was having some issues ...
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| need advice | 6/8/2009 |
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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| Friend's Engagement | 6/2/2009 |
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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| Can I save my marriage after being violent? | 5/14/2009 |
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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| Emotional Abuse | 5/7/2009 |
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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| I feel weak | 4/19/2009 |
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 | 4/16/2009 |
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 |
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 this abuse? Or can we work it out? | 4/8/2009 |
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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| Is this abuse? Or can we work it out? | 4/7/2009 |
Q: (I am sorry to have taken up so much space here, but I am so confused and worried and wanted to ...
A: I agree with you. This is abuse, but it sounds as if there is some hope for change if certain ...
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| Abused and confused | 4/5/2009 |
Q: My husband mentally and physically abuses me on average. The physical does not occur as much but the ...
A: I am sorry to hear that this is so difficult for you, but if there is good news here, it is that the ...
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| should I get off the roller coaster? | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I been married thirty two. have 3 children and 6 grand children. One child divorced due to emotional ...
A: I am sorry this is such a painful situation for you. Being controlled and watched is never fun and ...
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| my adult daughter | 3/15/2009 |
Q: How do I get my daughter to leave? She's emotionally battered as well as her 2 little girls, it's ...
A: I know it is hard and the best way to deal with it is to unhook. You have no control here so ...
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| my adult daughter | 3/9/2009 |
Q: How do I get my daughter to leave? She's emotionally battered as well as her 2 little girls, it's ...
A: I don't think there is anything more difficult than watching someone we love be mistreated. It is ...
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| What should i do if i am being emotional abused? | 3/7/2009 |
Q: I have been married for 7 years and i have 2 children. My husband yells at me alot, wont let me go ...
A: This sounds like such a difficult position for you to be in, but unfortunately not all that ...
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| Not sure if I should leave or stay... | 3/5/2009 |
Q: My husband and I have been married almost 2 years. I have a 15 yr old daughter from a previous ...
A: I appreciate your honesty in regard to the abusive behavior you engaged in and I am glad to see that ...
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| violence in sex | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I am in a very new relationship. My partner is loving and kind, works hard and looks after me very ...
A: I think you are being wise. Thank you for updating me and I truly wish you well as you proceed with ...
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| my husband choked me | 2/26/2009 |
Q: I recently married my husband of 1 month, we have been together off and on for 3 years and have a ...
A: It is hard to tell whether or not something will or will not happen. I can tell you this is an ...
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| How do I leave emotionally abusive husband? Follow Up | 2/23/2009 |
Q: Ok so 1 more thing Kriss. First I want to thank you for taking the time to offer me some guidence. ...
A: In regard to leaving, it is really a matter of what is best for you. If you know that you will be ...
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| How do I leave emotionally abusive husband? Follow Up | 2/18/2009 |
Q: OH Kriss! I promise this is the last time I'll bother you. I cant afford counselling, how I wish I ...
A: Not to worry, I'm here to answer your questions. In regard to counseling, you know your area better ...
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| How do I leave emotionally abusive husband? Follow Up | 2/17/2009 |
Q: Kriss, Thank you for your truthful opinion. I think the reason this is so hard is because I know ...
A: How well I understand your position :). You're right, it is scary and it is probably the hardest ...
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| affair with best friend | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I have been with my husbankd for over 20 years. I am 38 years old. My husband is an alcoholic and ...
A: You sound very angry and I'm sure there are many reasons to be angry. There are many ways to tell ...
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| is my husband an abuser? | 2/16/2009 |
Q: Ok where to start. I just turned 24. female and got married 4.5 months ago. no kids and not ...
A: I am so sorry this has happened to you and understand the pain that you are going through. No one ...
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| How do I leave emotionally abusive husband? | 2/13/2009 |
Q: My husband is emotionally abusive. It's not the worst case I've ever heard of, but it is definate. ...
A: Emotional abuse can easily be discounted because technically they haven't "hit" you; however this ...
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| Whats best? | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have been in a verbal, emotional, and slightly physical relationship for 12 years. I have left him ...
A: This sounds like a tough place and to be in and you obviously care a lot about your children. I'm ...
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| Essay Research | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I am writing a paper for school in which I have to support my claim that in cases of domestic abuse, ...
A: This is an interesting, yet complicated subject and I'm glad that you have chosen it to write your ...
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| Mental Abuse from X Wife | 1/22/2009 |
Q: at the end of March 2008 my wife of 1 year partner for 5 decided she did not want to be with me ...
A: I can hear in the way you have described your situation that you are very distressed and frustrated. ...
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| mental abuse | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I am a survivor of sexual and mental abuse, although I remember it was very painful, I don't ...
A: This is one of the most painful situations a mother can find herself in and I am so very sorry to ...
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| Abusive Husband Strikes Again | 1/7/2009 |
Q: .. I consulted you a few weeks ago about my abusive husband. I have another question. As I told ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear that this has happened and for the quandary it has placed you in. It would be ...
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| Grandparent abuse | 12/30/2008 |
Q: My mother is often asked to provide care for my brother's daughter who is now 13 years old. My ...
A: This sounds like a difficult situation for all concerned. I can tell you are very concerned about ...
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| Can my abusive husband change? | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I’ve been married to my husband for over 15 years now. We have a 12 year old son together. My ...
A: I am so glad that you wrote to ask this question and share your situation with me. These questions ...
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| Mental abuse by my wife | 12/4/2008 |
Q: Three years ago I married a girl from Mongolia who is 21 years younger than me, because she said at ...
A: Legal advice is beyond the scope of my expertise, but I would strongly advise you to call and see if ...
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| Mental abuse by my wife | 12/4/2008 |
Q: Three years ago I married a girl from Mongolia who is 21 years younger than me, because she said at ...
A: I am so sorry to hear that you are in such a stressful situation. It does not sound as though this ...
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