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In reply to the discussion: Domestic Violence is an epidemic in this country [View all]dickthegrouch
(3,996 posts)19. One of the principle reasons is there is so little assistance for the abusers
It is exceptionally hard to find an "abusers anonymous" type of group.
Or any other kind of constructive help until the abuser is in jail (which as many others have pointed out is no help at all).
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yes, you said it better than I. Dismiss is much more descriptive of the tactic.
boston bean
Feb 2012
#7
"epidemic". really? see, that word doesnt matter to me at all. i just know it is rough out there
seabeyond
Feb 2012
#31
One of the principle reasons is there is so little assistance for the abusers
dickthegrouch
Feb 2012
#19
I can't think of a reason why someone would object unless they're a disruptor.
laconicsax
Feb 2012
#49