Dangerous Relationships: How to Identify and Respond to the Seven Warning Signs of a Troubled Relationship (Paperback)

~ Ph.D. Noelle C. Nelson (Author), Noelle Nelson (Author) "Tell me how it all began," I said..." (more)
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"How to Identify and Respond to the Seven Warning Signs of a Troubled Relationship "A powerful and important book!Dangerous Relationships could be a life saver." -Susan Forward, Therapist and Author, Men Who Hate Women & The Women Who Love Them and Toxic Parents "I would highly recommend this book to anyone who may be in a violent relationship, or to a relative or close personal friend who has concerns about the safety of someone they love." -Diane P. McGauley, Executive Director, The Family Place, Chair, Texas Council on Family Violence"

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How to recognize the dangerous turning points in a relationship and safely diffuse tension between partners, lovers, and friends.

"A powerful and important book!...Dangerous Relationships could be a life saver." -Susan Forward, Therapist and Author, Men Who Hate Women & The Women Who Love Them and Toxic Parents

"I would highly recommend this book to anyone who may be in a violent relationship, or to a relative or close personal friend who has concerns about the safety of someone they love." -Diane P. McGauley, Executive Director, The Family Place, Chair, Texas Council on Family Violence

Possessiveness, insensitivity, and a sudden personality change are all warning signs of a potential abuser. Dangerous Relationships will help readers recognize a potentially violent personality before it's too late. Interweaving real-life stories of four couples, Dr. Noelle Nelson highlights dangerous turning points in relationships and explains how readers can safely diffuse tension between their spouses, lovers, or roommate and protect themselves from abuse.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 334 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press (May 8, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 073820465X
• ISBN-13: 978-0738204659
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #419,795 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Purge Your Fears, July 12, 2005

By	Livia Alene Finman - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It has been two years since my ex-boyfriend attacked me. And I am only now allowing myself to open up to a new relationship. This book gave me permission to let go of the hurt and confusion. I now have the tools to tell the difference between someone who will hurt me and someone who will care for me. I have asked several of my friends and family members to read it. The information is invalueable to all.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read, February 27, 2008

By	Elaine Zukerman - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As a college counselor I have recommended this book to numerous students (both male and female) who have been in abusive relationships and are trying to break free. Dr. Nelson has done an excellent job portraying the characteristics of the abuser and the feelings of the victim. I would strongly urge anyone who may think they are involved with an abuser to read this book. It also is an excellent resource for those in the dating world to heed the red flags of abuse. It is a lifesaver.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Instructions for Life, May 24, 2006

By	Zoom (Omaha) - See all my reviews

This is a great book for anyone who's ever had a psycho spouse, lover or roomate. Or even if you don't want one, then read this book!