advisor4qb says
Yes, they do. You can also read my hub on narcissists:
Valerie F says
One of the possible consequences of leaving an abusive relationship is the increased difficulties, both in terms of finances and time constraints, in supporting and caring for the children. So children definitely are a reason women stay.
BJC says
Yes, especially if they have no education or work skills. Fear of the unknown is a huge factor.
Lady_E says
Sometimes they do because of the kids and sometimes its because they are not aware of the help/support out there. (This is because they don't like to discuss the issue with people).
Thank goodness, people like advisor4qb, Heymomx2, tinkerbell and some other supportive people/organisations are making such women to see that there is a way out.
kmackey32 says
I'm speeking from experience and I can tell you that may be a small reason. I stayed for so long because I feared he would take my children from me. He had me brainwashed into thinking he could. Also I feared being alone and I feared change. And my father passed away when I was a baby so I didn't want my children to grow up without there father.
tinkerbell09 says
That is usually the main reason. Some women stay in abusive relationships because they feel they don't deserve anything better, or the man will make them feel they can't get anyone better. Abusive relationships are a terrible thing either way.
Heym0mxtwo says
Yes they do. You can read my hub located at http://hubpages.com/hub/A-Womans-Self-Worth
nycblogging says
No, I think that woman stay in abusive relationships because they are scared of the consequence of them leaving. In my opinion, woman in abusive relationships feel and generally think that most men are like that. In addition, they also feel like one day the husband or boyfriend might change. Although, to some extend I feel that they do stay in their relationship to maybe keep their family together but I feel like they’re scared of reaching for help.
In many cases woman that stay in abusive relationships aren’t usually independent. They usually relay in their spouse for household financial support. They feel that as long as their abusive spouse continues to support their family they can hold on a little longer.
If your experiencing this in your life reach out for help. There are many programs out their design to help woman in abusive relationships start a new life.
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