Spousal Abuse
Spousal abuse is serious and can encompass many forms of maltreatment between a husband and wife. Either the man or the woman can be the perpetrator but most often, the woman is the victim.
Spousal abuse can include:
- Emotional or mental abuse
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Verbal abuse
- Financial/economic abuse
If you or a loved one has been a victim of spousal abuse, help is just a phone call away. Please call the Women's Center for Healthy Living toll-free at 1-800-391-4309. We are standing by day and night and all calls are confidential.
Spousal Abuse - Why Does it Happen?
Studies show that men who abuse usually do so as a way to overcome their own feelings of insecurity and powerlessness. Abusing their wife gives them a false sense of control. Often, spousal abuse is a learned behavior. The abuser witnessed the same type of violence and aggression between his own parents and is repeating the behavior in his own relationships.
It's Not Your Fault
Women who have been abused by their husbands often feel shame and guilt. If you are a victim of spousal abuse, please understand that it is not your fault! You are not responsible for the violence. No one has the right to hurt you, emotionally or physically.
At the Women's Center for Healthy Living, we help women just like you recover from the effects of domestic violence and spousal abuse. Our center, located outside Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a safe, supportive environment in which to reclaim your life and rebuild your self-worth and confidence. The Women's Center for Healthy Living offers women a full array of services, including:
- Individual, group and family therapy
- Holistic treatments such as yoga, art therapy, relaxation techniques, and recreation
- Alcohol and drug detox and addiction treatment if necessary
- Eating disorder treatment if necessary
Put the pain of spousal abuse behind you. The unique programs that we offer at the Women's Center for Healthy Living can make you feel good again, in mind, body and spirit. Call the Women's Center for Healthy Living today toll-free at 1-800-391-4309. We are available 24/7 and all calls are confidential.
