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AIBU?

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My friend is dating this guy.....

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snakecharmer · 22/11/2016 22:33

...she would be far from impressed if she knew I was posting this. I'm doing it because she's got a history of dating abusive & on one occasion a dangerous man. I'm a bit 'green' to it all on here but I think there are people who give great advice.
She's met a new guy on Tinder. They've been out on a few dates (5-6?) He texts her constantly. Initially I think she liked the attention but he messages her a lot asking what she's up to (15-20 times a day whether she replies or not) He seems to have a short temper & gets angry when he is driving (swears, shouts at other drivers) I met him once & he shouted at his dog and calls it a 'fucking dick'. He uses drugs occasionally (coke, weed) and seems to drink (at least a couple of beers) every night. He told her he used to self-harm but hasn't for a few years. I know these all might seem harmless - tell me to mind my own business if you want. Just worried as the last guy she was with was violent & the one before that EA. Wd you think any of these are things to be wary of and AIBU to tell her I feel concerned? Thanks for reading!

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kali110 · 23/11/2016 14:46

That might be a good idea op!
You're a really good friend Smile

snakecharmer · 24/11/2016 10:12

Hello MN people
I did it! Went to see her with a bottle of wine and told her my concerns. And she was not really wanting to discuss him at first but after seeing some of this thread (!!) she seemed to get it. She told me today that she's gonna not see him for a while& see if she misses him. That's a good start, right? I was worried about speaking to her but think I did the right thing. Thank You to everyone who contributed to this. Might have helped her dodge a massive bullet.
Time'll tell Wink

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KindDogsTail · 24/11/2016 12:20

How brave of you, well done!

She may feel more comfortable with an abuser than a nice person without realising it, so she may just feel she does miss him and feel drawn to him. It would also be typical if he tries everything he knows to keep her pulled in. That is why really she may need special counselling in regard to abuse.

Italiangreyhound · 24/11/2016 13:53

excellent, well done.

JanetStWalker · 24/11/2016 15:57

Well done, you've done the best you can the rest is up to her but at least she can go into it with her eyes open now.

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