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In reply to the discussion: My friend is being abused by her boyfriend and won't quit him [View all]lapislzi
(5,762 posts)41. Don't get mad at me.
But, now is not the time. To make a stand. She needs you now more than ever. You don't have to endorse her choice. But losing you as a friend could be very bad for her.
Please, please, step back and try not to judge. I know it's hard. Please consider supporting your friend, even though you think she's making a bad choice.
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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