Hundreds of books and articles have been written about domestic abuse. To make it easier for anyone who wants to learn more, we've listed some of the most current and most often read publications and websites on this important topic.
For Victims/Survivors/Concerned Others
Dragon Slippers: This is what an Abusive Relationship Looks Like. Rosalind B. Penfold (2006) Black Cat Press
Getting Free: You Can End Abuse and Take Back Your Life. Ginnie NiCarthy (1982) Seal Press
Helping Her Get Free: A Guide for Families and Friends of Abused Women. Susan Brewster (2006) Seal Press
Keeping the Faith. Marie M. Fortune (1987) Harper Collins
No More Secrets: Violence in Lesbian Relationships. Janice L. Ristock (2002) Routledge
The Verbally Abusive Relationship: How to Recognize It and How to Respond. Patricia Evans (1996) Adams Media
Why Does He Do That? Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men. Lundy Bancroft (2002) Penguin Group
You Can Be Free. Ginnie NiCarthy (2004) Seal Press
For Children/Youth/Concerned Others
Hands Are Not For Hitting. Martine Agassi and Marieka Heinlen (2000) Free Spirit
Painting Caitlyn. Kimberly Joy Peters (2006) Lobster Press
When Dad Hurts Mom. Lundy Bancroft (2004) Penguin Group
Words Are Not For Hurting. Elizabeth Verdick and Marieka Heinlen (2004) Free Spirit
Research Materials and Additional Information:
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233
Statewide Domestic Violence Helpline: 866-83-4HELP
Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence: (MCEDV) 207-430-8348 www.MCEDV.org
National Network to End Domestic Violence: 202-543-5566
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence: 303-839-1852
Minnesota Center Against Violence and Abuse:
MINCAVA electronic clearinghouse
www.mincava.umn.edu