Since there’s a lot of discussion around a certain someone being put on a Baker Act hold after threatening suicide, its important to know that many abusers use threats of suicide to manipulate, control & further abuse.
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Its a strategy referred to as “FOG.”

The abuser employs this manipulative strategy using the following tactics:

• Fear - displays weapons/threatens suicide
• Obligation - “If you leave, I’ll . . .”
• Guilt - “If you really loved me . . .”

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If someone is putting you in a FOG situation, get away (safely). Secure yourself & your loved ones. Call for help.

Remember the 3 Cs:

• You didn’t Cause this.
• You can’t Control this.
• You can’t Cure this.

National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)

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