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Book List: Domestic Violence and Narcissistic Abuse Education

Book List: Memoirs, Autobiographies, Biographies

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Legal Services

Worksheets & Infographics

Book List: General Parenting/Child Development

Boys Adrift: The Five Factors Driving the Growing Epidemic of Unmotivated Boys and Understanding Young Men
By Leonard Sax, MD., Ph.D. (2016)

​Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain. An Inside Out Guide to the Emerging Adolescent Mind, Ages 12-24
By Daniel Siegel, M.D.

Children Learn What They Live: Parenting to Inspire Values
By Dorothy Law Nolte and Rachel Harris

The Connected Child: Bring Hope and Healing to Your Adoptive Family
By Karyn B. Purvis, Ph.D.,  David R. , Ph.D., and Wendy Lyons Sunshine
Note: While the focus is on families who have adopted children, the information in the book also will relate to any attachment concerns you may have related to trauma.

The Drama of the Gifted Child: The Search for the True Self
By Alice Miller

He’s Not Lazy: Empowering Your Son to Believe in Himself
By Adam Price, Ph.D.

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk
By Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish

Little Big Minds: Sharing Philosophy with Kids
By Marietta McCarty

NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children
By Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman

Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting
By Dr. Laura Markham
Small caveat: The information in this book is wonderful; however there were times where I felt like I was doing a bad job based on some of the language.  Still a great read to help improve your connection with your kids.

Playful Parenting
By Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D.

The Power of Showing Up: How Parental Presence Shapes Who Our Kids Become and How Their Brains Get Wired
By Daniel Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.

Raising A Secure Child: How Circle of Security Parenting Can Help You Nurture Your Child's Attachment, Emotional Resilience, and Freedom to Explore
by Kent Hoffman, Glen Cooper, and Bert Powell 
​See Also: Circle of Security International

The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind
By Daniel Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.

Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen
​By David Walsh, Ph.D.

Yes, Your Teen is Crazy: Loving Your Kid Without Losing Your Mind
By Michael J. Bradley, Ed.D.

Advocacy Agencies and Shelters

Safety Products & Tech Safety

AImee Says
​Aimee identifies power and control dynamics in messages sent between abusers and their victims.

How to Clear Your Browser History
​Is My Ex Tracking Me? Tips to Protect Yourself and Your Family
By Sybil Cummin, MA, LPC, ACS, and Connie Matthews Reynolds

Operation Safe Escape
Peaceful Coparenting Messenger
A communication tool that gives users the ability to set boundaries around communication, including limiting or restricting messages received. We believe it's a privilege to communicate with you! In this way, each user can take their power back and create peace within themselves and with their co-parent communication.
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Technology Safety
Using the Internet more Safely
Ring Doorbell and Alarm
Solar Powered Ring Cameras

Mental Health Resources

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

​Coming Soon: Mental Health Therapist Referral List

Book List: Trauma

Book List: Other

Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love
By Amir Levine, M.D. and Rachel S.F. Heller, M.A.
Note: Learning about attachment styles is very helpful when looking at how you and others relate in romantic relationships, however this book does not specifically address how this looks in a domestic violence situation.  Attachment style may explain things, but DOES NOT excuse abuse.

The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are
By Brene Brown

In Custody: A Carrie Green Novel
By Lundy Bancroft

Book List:
Children's Books

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