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"The aim of abuse, unlike the aim of sadism, is not the pleasure of inflicting pain, but the need to control. Domination is the end in itself. While a man may explain his actions by saying he lost control, what he actually did was gain it." Excerpt from the book 'Setting the Captives Free' by Ron Clark Helpful info for victims of domestic violence and those who care about themPlease follow linksSigns of domestic violence Why women stay How friends can help Emergency plan for women in abusive relationships The cycle of abuse in domestic violence Why men abuse I escaped SAFELY from an abusive relationship Emotional abuse – how to stop it Click here for a list of books and websites that victims of domestic violence could find helpful Domestic Violence Act of South AfricaSize PDF file: 1MB | Right click on this link to savethe PDF file - Save Target As) |
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Message from the founder of Wonderful WomenFor almost ten years I was married to a man who physically abused me. The marriage finally ended after my ex-husband beat our nine year old daughter and the South African Child Protection Unit stepped in. Were it not for the CPU's intervention, I shudder to think what would have happened because as it is with most other domestic violence cases , the violence in our situation was escalating. Yet despite this, I was unable to break free, even though I was the family breadwinner. So I know from bitter experience how difficult it is to leave an abusive partner. However, looking back, I know I should have done it sooner; if not for my own sake, then for the sake of my daughter. SueClick here to read 'Abuse begets abuse', a poem I wrote for my daughter. |
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Chapter 1 The warning signs were there from the start Chapter 2 The wedding Chapter 3 There's going to be a murder tonight Chapter 4 Remorse & Promises Chapter 5 Peacekeeping in a war zone Chapter 6 Angels in uniform Chapter 7 Claiming my life back Chapter 8 Parting Shot Chapter 9 No Turning Back |
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