Teen's Self Esteem in Abusive Relationships
Youth Who Don’t Have Confidence Risk Cases of Domestic Violence
Dec 22, 2006
Teen’s self esteem drops when they enter into abusive relationships. Youth who don’t have self confidence risk cases of domestic abuse.
According to Barrie Levy, M.S.W., author of "in Love and in Danger: A Teen’s Guide to Breaking Free of Abusive Relationships," teens are experiencing domestic violence and abusive relationships at a younger age. When these students are too timid or don’t have the tools to get out or defend themselves, they continue down the same road into their adult relationships.
Young people with an eating disorder are particularly susceptible to absuvie relationships, as they don’t have the inner confidence to reject advances that set off their danger radar. Their minds are so caught up in impressing potential boy/girlfriends, that they can easily miss the signals that would ordinarily protect them.
"in Love and in Danger: A Teen’s Guide to Breaking Free of Abusive Relationships" is a resource that can help youth understand the risks from those who have had to learn things the hard way. First person accounts of teenagers who have experienced abuse is compelling to read and offers insight into how they got into such situations.
Also included is a chapter of Safety Planning. There are point form actions you can take if you’re dating someone, if you think you’re in an abusive relationship, If you’re considering leaving the abuser and if you have left him or her. There is al list of items to take with you when leaving and a worksheet including important phone numbers and contacts.
Most importantly, though, is the final list of resources included in the back of the book. Hotlines, organizations that can help with domestic violence, books and websites for both teens and parents are listed.
Barrie Levy has produced an important book for teen's self esteem and their parents if they find themselves in an abusive relationship or know of someone who is.
You can find the book at AMAZON.
