Abusive Relationships

My friend was abused emotionally and physically. She would call me all the time and ask me for advice. I always told her that she did not deserve the harsh treatment of her boyfriend and she needed to get out of the relationship. She would listen to me and leave him alone for a day or two, but would go right back to him because she said that she loved him. After giving her all the advice that I could, I became frustrated with the situation. She continued to be abused. Finally, I told my mother what was going on and my mother told her that she needed to get help. After listening to someone older, my friend finally did something about the situation and got out of it.
People in abusive relationships need advice and support. One simple conversation is just not enough to make the person in an abusive relationship seek help. They need constant help until they decide that they have had enough. Steps to avoiding an abusive relationship are having self esteem and a good supportive system. Self esteem will help one realize that he or she does not deserve to be treated harmfully and a good supportive system gives that person a shoulder to cry on.