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The Wheel of Power and Control is a unique way to recognize abuse definition, and if your relationship is abusive. Safe In Harm’s Way often hears from people who cannot decide if what they are living is abuse.

However, when people finally decide to look at the Wheel of Power and Control, they realize that much of what is happening in their relationships is abusive. And “WOW!” the lightbulb turns on, and it’s time to check out additional resources for help.

Power & Control Wheel

You can check out our “I Need Help and I Am Scared” section to read about how other survivors have navigated abuse after this discovery. Always know that local shelters are often full.

However, you can still find health and resources by using your local shelter for therapy and other services while you decide what to do next. Plug in your zip code to domesticshelters.org for all local help contact information.