UNHEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS: LET’S STOP THE MADNESS!: A guide for those in unhealthy relationships AND for those who want to help them!

Description

Domestic violence and gender-based violence have permeated our world, and there has been an increase in incidents exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “During health emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, violence against women tends to increase. “Movement limits imposed by countries around the world have forced people to spend much more time at home, leading to a surge in domestic abuse cases. (Federico Rios for The New York Times). Awareness and education are critical methods for addressing domestic violence. This book is for anyone in an unhealthy relationship and service providers—advocates, social workers, therapists, teachers, nurses, HR Departments, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), etc. It outlines what Power and Control are in intimate partner relationships. The author reflects on her personal experiences with abuse and shares stories from her program participants. She has also included evidence-based research and resources from which victims, survivors, and service providers can benefit.