Ditch That Jerk : Dealing With Men Who Control and Hurt Women16 reviews Pamela Jayne M.A. Hunter House, 2000 Read it before you leave, and if you already have + Valuable Information An invaluable manual for how to get out of an abusive relationship and how to break the ties afterwards. I also recommend it for women who are looking for a serious relationship and for young teens. There are definite red flags to look for BEFORE you become involved with someone.             No Visible Wounds: Identifying Non-Physical Abuse of Women by Their Men17 reviews Mary Susan Phd Miller Ballantine Books, 1996 It is time that emotional abuse comes out of the closet. + Very insightful + NO VISABLE WOUNDS + An awesome book shining light on a pervasive problem, that also provides hope + Enlightening             Predators: Pedophiles, Rapists, and Other Sex Offenders: Who They Are, How They Operate, and How We Can ...40 reviews Anna C. Salter Basic Books, 2003 Essential reading for all parents + One of the Most Invaluable Books + Required Reading + Dare To Understand             Emotional Blackmail: When the People in Your Life Use Fear, Obligation, and Guilt to Manipulate You68 reviews Susan Forward, Donna Frazier Harper Paperbacks, 1998 For those in need, I highly recommend this book! + lifechanging book, but... + If you think that you have ever been abused emotionally + Emotional Blackmail + Enlightening             Take the Bully by the Horns: Stop Unethical, Uncooperative, or Unpleasant People from Running and Ruining ...24 reviews Sam Horn St. Martin's Griffin, 2003 A Possible Problem Solver + GRAB HOLD AND HANG ON + Be Bullied No More! + Like a martial arts course in self-assertiveness + bully tips for all ages             The Gift of Fear294 reviews Gavin De Becker Dell, 1998 Read it 10 years ago and am reading it again + Gift of Fear + Gavin de Becker does it again... + GOF was his first- His new book is JUST 2 SECONDS. + Great Book, and he has a new one called Just Two Seconds.             Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself159 reviews Melody Beattie Hazelden, 1992 Feeling like you have no control over your self-esteem? + Directly to you + Codependent No More + Rollercoaster of Dysfunction + Maybe The Most Helpful Book I've Read             The Resilience Factor: 7 Essential Skills for Overcoming Life's Inevitable Obstacles21 reviews Andrew Shatte, Karen Reivich Broadway, 2002 Exactly right + Exploration of Resilience Using Cognitive Behavior Therapy + Extremely insightful book + Extremely Practical Positive Psychology + Amazing and Encouraging             Controlling People: How to Recognize, Understand, and Deal with People Who Try to Control You65 reviews Patricia Evans Adams Media, 2003 Understand what is happening + Great, non-judgemental approach + Thought-provoking, but mostly theory. Intelligent, informative and accessible. Once you understand what is happening, you can respond appropriately. If you are an abuser, understand what is driving your emotions. This is a helpful book.             The Manipulated Mind: Brainwashing, Conditioning and Indoctrination11 reviews Denise Winn Malor Books, 2000 Man as a species is creative because `no man is an island' + The Mind: An Owner's Manual + Revealing + Interesting review             Safe People: How to Find Relationships That Are Good for You and Avoid Those That Aren't39 reviews Henry Cloud, John Townsend Zondervan, 1996 Safe People + Been hurt? Read the book + personal growth guide Everyone should read this book to identify safe and unsafe people. I saw myself in the book as an unsafe person. I am working to correct that through God's help.             Family and Friends' Guide to Domestic Violence: How to Listen, Talk and Take Action When Someone You Care ...5 reviews Elaine Weiss Volcano Press, 2003 Excellent Resource! + Best Available Resource + Practical answers to identifying signs of domestic abuse and helping victims + Super Good + Family and Friends' Guide to Domestic Violence             Your Sixth Sense: Unlocking the Power of Your Intuition24 reviews Belleruth Naparstek HarperOne, 1998 How Did I Know This Would Be Such a Great Book? + A down to earth no nonsense guide to sixth sense strength + This book is Fantastic + Incredible Insights, Brilliant Exposition, An Instant Classic             In Sheep's Clothing: Understanding and Dealing with Manipulative People77 reviews George K. Simon Jr. A. J. Christopher & Company, 1996 the title explains it all + Expose manipulators and take control of your life! + A must read! Excellent book. Invaluable insight. Best book I've ever read on the subject. + One of the best books I have ever read             'It Will Never Happen to Me!' Children of Alcoholics: As Youngsters - Adolescents - Adults17 reviews Claudia Black Ballantine Books, 1987 accurate and helpful + Great Book!! + It will never happen to me + Really good + awakening             The Complete Idiot's Guide to Verbal Self-Defense9 reviews Lillian J. Glass Alpha, 1999 THIS BOOK SHOULD BE EVERYONE'S NEW BIBLE! + Fantastic book! + It Worked for Me This book teaches you how to get the physical and verbal advantage over your verbal opponent. Those techniques will help you to increase your self-confidence. YOUR SELF-CONFIDENCE WILL BE AS HIGH AS THE HIMALAYAS. The book is truly gold and it can assist anyone and everyone. The communication ...             Survivor Personality17 reviews Al Siebert Perigee Trade, 1996 It is possible to learn how to be more "resilient" + Great book! + Yes, I got life! I had an opportunity to hear the author speak about "resiliency in the workplace" at a conference in Portland, OR two years ago. He offered good examples and strategies for coping with stress and change. I enjoyed his talk, and bought this book and another title by him as well. I have since bought ...             Why Does He Do That?: Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men183 reviews Lundy Bancroft Berkley Trade, 2003 a MUST read for ALL women + Light Bulb Moment + Why Does He DO That???? + Total Lifesaver! + Excellent             Releasing The Bonds: Empowering People to Think for Themselves32 reviews Steven Hassan Aitan Publishing Company, 2000 Finally, a humane approach... + Life changing information + A Major contribution to the literature of recovery from abuse + Excellent Book Dealing With Rescuing Loved Ones From Cults + Steve Hassan is a master             Who's Pulling Your Strings?: How to Break the Cycle of Manipulation and Regain Control of Your Life4 reviews Harriet Braiker McGraw-Hill, 2003 waking up to manipulative relationships + Incredibly eye-opening and helpful in our ongoing drama. + Highly Recommended + Excellent Insight!