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Getting Free
Since its original publication in 1982, Getting Free has changed the lives of tens of thousands of women. Written in an accessible style, packed with practical information and answers, special exercises designed to help a woman recognize abuse, and several success stories, Getting Free remains an important resource today—and this updated edition makes it an all the more relevant resource.
In this expanded edition, Ginny NiCarthy features important new information from the latest studies and most recent research on the subject. New chapters include an analysis of whether batterers’ treatment really works, which programs help violent men change, and which do not; the results of research on the ways that many men who batter also abuse their children, and specific reactions of children to battering; the cultural and legal issues relevant to immigrant women; and a presentation of how religious beliefs and religious communities affect the real and perceived choices of women facing violence.
In this expanded edition, Ginny NiCarthy features important new information from the latest studies and most recent research on the subject. New chapters include an analysis of whether batterers’ treatment really works, which programs help violent men change, and which do not; the results of research on the ways that many men who batter also abuse their children, and specific reactions of children to battering; the cultural and legal issues relevant to immigrant women; and a presentation of how religious beliefs and religious communities affect the real and perceived choices of women facing violence.
464 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1982
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July 20, 2009
Very much targeted at middle-class white women. It was written a long time ago, so I get it. The exercises are really good, though.
I adapted a lot of the exercises in this book to better serve my clients, most of whom are NOT middle-class white women. Hopefully, it will be a bit more accessible for them.
I adapted a lot of the exercises in this book to better serve my clients, most of whom are NOT middle-class white women. Hopefully, it will be a bit more accessible for them.
April 29, 2012
This book was imperative to me to get out of an abusive marriage. I could see fear and lack of confidence was holding me back. I could forward this book to anyone else who would like it or could use it.
August 17, 2013
Readers struggling with physical abuse, sexual abuse, and/or emotional abuse will get help from this book. The author advises the reader to answer numerous questions. Making lists is essential in the healing process.
May 6, 2016
It's tragic that this book is necessary, but the advice here is practical.
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