Dr. Merideth Thompson joins the Diamond Defense Podcast to unpack financial abuse in intimate relationships: what it is, how it overlaps with coercive control, common red flags, safe exit planning, recovery, and how loved ones can help.

Self Defense Resources

• Diamond Defense
  https://diamonddefense.com/resources

Other Resources

• CAPSA (Citizens Against Physical & Sexual Abuse)
  https://www.capsa.org/
• FinAbility
  https://www.finability.org/
• Domestic Violence Hotline (in the United States)
  1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)
  thehotline.org
• Power and Control Wheels: https://www.theduluthmodel.org/wheels/
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Production Team

Co-Host and Co-Producer: Lisa

Co-Host and Co-Producer: Kellie

Special Thanks

Ann Cobb, Kelley Ogden, Dr. Merideth Thompson

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