Understanding the legacy of abuse -- What will be your legacy? -- Assessing your risk factors -- Why we do to others (and to ourselves) what was done to us -- Facing the truth and facing your feelings -- Coming out of denial -- Learn to identify and manage your emotions -- How to identify and manage your shame -- Managing your anger -- Coping with fear : how to deal with fear, anxiety, stress, and control issues -- Abuse prevention strategies -- How to prevent partner abuse -- How to prevent child abuse -- If you have already become abusive -- If you have already been abused or established a victim pattern -- Long-term recovery strategies -- Emotionally separating from your parents -- Facing the truth about your family legacy -- Breaking into the dysfunctional family system -- Continue to heal