Videos of Don Hennessy and other Irish DV professionals (Don Hennessy series part 9)

The real question is, "How do men get a woman to go back into an abusive relationship or to stay in an abusive relationship?" Here are three documentary videos made by Gerard Lough (10 mins each) which feature Irish experts in domestic abuse. They were made in 2007. The speakers: Don Hennessy (Director, National Domestic Violence… Continue reading Videos of Don Hennessy and other Irish DV professionals (Don Hennessy series part 9)

For professionals who work in Domestic Abuse – (Don Hennessy series part 8)

It is difficult to imagine what it must be like living with a partner who wants to abuse you. (1311) A client [of a counselor or helping professional] who is being abused is different from a non-abused client. She [usually] presents herself in the language of the abuser. She sees herself as inadequate and responsible. We… Continue reading For professionals who work in Domestic Abuse – (Don Hennessy series part 8)