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Author Abrahams, Hilary, 1941-

Title Supporting women after domestic violence : loss, trauma and recovery / Hilary Abrahams ; foreword by Cathy Humphreys
Published Philadelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2007

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 WATERFT HEALTH  362.82928 Abr/Swa  AVAILABLE
Description 156 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Contents Why doesn't she just leave? -- Starting the journey -- Exploring the route -- Someone to talk to, someone to listen -- Living together -- Moving out, moving on -- The best things were -- Putting the pieces (back) together
Summary "Supporting Women after Domestic Violence offers accessible advice on how to enable women who have experienced domestic violence to embark on a journey of recovery. The book draws on theory, original research and the personal experiences of women who have encountered domestic violence to explore the complex practical and emotional support they need when engaging in the process of recovery. It highlights the difficulties a victim of domestic violence may encounter following an abusive relationship, offers action points to improve service provision, and covers important issues in recovery, such as the value of mutual support and how women can regain a sense of normality and self-esteem." "This book will be a key resource for those working within women's refuges, as well as social workers, counsellors, mental health professionals and many others whose work may bring them into situations where domestic violence is an issue."--BOOK JACKET
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Subject Abused wives.
Marital violence.
Marital violence -- Psychological aspects.
Psychological abuse.
Social networks.
Wife abuse -- Prevention.
LC no. 2007009912
ISBN 9781843104315 paperback alkaline paper