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In reply to the discussion: My friend is being abused by her boyfriend and won't quit him [View all]busterbrown
(8,515 posts)5. Call the Police and ask for domestic abuse..
And just ask them for advice..
Very little you can do..There are just so many variables to consider including the fact that one can become
addicted to this kind of abuse.. Of course the abused don't recognize or understand this..
So besides getting her numbers of public services she could call, there is not much...
be careful that you dont get over involved, you could put your own being at risk..
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My friend is being abused by her boyfriend and won't quit him [View all]
ghostsinthemachine
Feb 2016
OP
Have you called WEAVE's 24 hour hotline to ask their guidance on how to encourage her to get help?
mnhtnbb
Feb 2016
#2
When you get the next call, call the cops. Tell them you've received a call for help
Yo_Mama
Feb 2016
#4
A friend's secretary was leaving her partner and went back home just to get her clothes
lostnfound
Feb 2016
#7
I agree that you need to stay away from the two of them when they are together. He could become
OregonBlue
Feb 2016
#12
I have to say that YOU need to be very careful also. My co-worker was murdered by his
underahedgerow
Feb 2016
#13
you're a good friend, I don't have any advice other than pushing her to see a counseling
Demonaut
Feb 2016
#23