![]() ![]() ![]() It inherently undermines parental authority by providing a behavioral model that teaches that the victim does not deserve respect. In “When Dad Hurts Mom,” domestic violence expert Lundy Bancroft reveals that undermining happens in two ways: 1) there are inherent undermining effects of abuse and 2) there is deliberate undermining by the abuser.Ībuse by nature sends damaging and powerful messages about acceptable attitudes and behaviors. ![]() Abuse is about power and control – and controlling a mother’s rights is not off limits to abusers. Women who are currently living with an abusive partner or are healing from an abusive relationship may struggle with parenting because abuse undermines parental authority. “ Abuse sends out shock waves that touch every aspect of family functioning.” (Bancroft, 2002) ![]()
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