What to Do When Love Turns Violent: A Practical Resource for Women in Abusive Relationships

By Marian Betancourt

The New York Times called What to Do When Love Turns Violent, "possibly the best single resource." Dr. Robert McAfee, past president of the American Medical Association said, "This may be the most important book of your life." The author appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, which produced and aired a special short film about safety planning based on the book. What to Do When Love Turns Violent empowers you to find help and take back your life. Here is everything you need to know to make the right choices. The first part spells out an action plan to get out of danger and find immediate help: making a protective order work; calling the police; finding safe shelter; seeking medical attention; getting financial assistance. Part 2 details how to stay safe and regain control over your life: preparing for safety at home and on the job; protecting your children; rebuilding your life. Includes an extensive list of national and community organizations where you can find help.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1504036948
• ISBN13: 9781504036948
• Release Date: March 2017
• Publisher: Open Road Integrated Media LLC
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

An easy to read, well written guide for women.

This book is an easy to read, well written guide to help women get out of dangerous situations safely. Each chapter is filled with valuable information that is thoughtful and practical. As a health care provider, I think having this information available can be critical. It also includes an excellent resource section. I feel this is such an important topic and such an excellent guide, it is available to be checked out by patients at my gynecology practice.