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Author:

Moore-Lobban, Shavonne J., author.

Title:

The Black woman's guide to overcoming domestic violence : tools to move beyond trauma, reclaim freedom, and create the life you deserve / Shavonne J. Moore-Lobban, PhD, Robyn L. Gobin, PhD.

Publisher:

New Harbinger Publications,

Copyright Date:

2022

Description:

194 pages ; 23 cm.

Subject:

Intimate partner violence.
Family violence.
Women, Black--Violence against.
Women, Black--Abuse of.

Other Authors:

Gobin, Robyn L., author.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Contents:

Understanding domestic violence -- Intersecting identities: unique struggles faced by Black women -- Why survivors stay and how survivors can leave -- Building safety -- Learning to trust yourself and others -- Cultivating self-esteem and self-worth -- Letting go of guilt and shame -- Recognizing your power and reclaiming control -- Choosing intimacy -- Next steps: self-care and seeking support for survivors -- For friends, family, non-abusive intimate partners, clergy, and mental health care professionals.

Summary:

"Black women experience domestic violence and abuse at a disproportionately high rate. Grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this first-of-its-kind book addresses the unique struggles faced by Black women who have experienced domestic violence, and empowers them to understand and heal their trauma, leave harmful situations, and regain a sense of safety and freedom"-- Provided by publisher.
"Your journey to healing and wholeness after domestic violence begins here.Domestic violence is about power and control. As a Black woman and a survivor of domestic violence, you have had your power taken away from you against your will. You are not alone, and there are tools you can use to feel whole and in control of your life again. Written by two psychologists and experts in BIPOC mental health, this book will show you how to start healing-mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.Grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this compassionate book addresses the unique struggles faced by Black women who have experienced domestic violence. You'll find practical and empowering skills to help you understand and heal from trauma, leave harmful situations, and regain a sense of safety and freedom. You'll also learn how to build a safety net, trust yourself-and others-again, and let go of the shame and guilt resulting from your experience. Finally, you'll discover ways to reclaim your self-worth, set boundaries in your relationships, and make room for self-care in your day-to-day life.If you're ready to leave-or have already left-an abusive situation, this book can help you heal from the trauma of domestic violence and discover personal freedom in mind, body, and spirit"-- Provided by publisher.

ISBN:

1684039347
9781684039340

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1260664214

LCCN:

2021062160

Locations:

UQAX771 -- Des Moines Area Community College Library - Ankeny (Carroll)

TYPH572 -- Cedar Rapids Public Library (Cedar Rapids)

YTPG232 -- Clinton Public Library (Clinton)

BAPH771 -- Des Moines Public Library (Des Moines)

FXPH314 -- Carnegie-Stout Public Library (Dubuque)

YEPF572 -- Marion Public Library (Marion)