I have the right not be abused
	I have the right to express anger over past beatings
	I have the right to change the situations
	I have the right to freedom from fear of abuse
	I have the right to request and expect assistance from Police and Social agencies
	I have the right to want a better role model of communications for my children
	I have the right to be treated like an adult
	I have the right to leave the abusive environment
	I have the right to privacy
	I have the right to develop my individual talents and abilities
	I have the right to legally prosecute the abusing spouse
	I have the right not to be perfect