Some people either can't believe this form of abuse exists, to ashamed to admit that they've been economically/financially abused and others just ignore it. Whatever the case, let us discuss it:
Economic abuse is when an intimate partner controls your access to resources through the following:
- transportation
- money
- food
- clothing
- shelter
- harassment/stalking you at work
- threatening your coworkers, boss, etc
- disrupting work/school opportunities
- steals money from you
Tips for victims that's economically abused:
- Even though you are working ...... THERE'S HELP FOR YOU OUT THERE. Consider applying for public aid for emergency food stamps and cash assistance.
- You can seek or apply for child support payments. The father of your children is legally responsible for them. Talk to a lawyer to see what's best for you and your children to SURVIVE!!!!
- File for Crime Victim Compensation if you have been beaten and incurred medical bills and lost wages due to the crime.
- FIND A NEW HOME, JOB, DAYCARE, etc.!!!!!!!!
Whatever you are going through financially, there are available resources out there for you and your children. Be SAFE and know that God is with you every step of the way!
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