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Experts Rip Rihanna, Brown Reunion

It sends a dangerous message, experts warn

By Mary Papenfuss,  Newser Staff

Posted Mar 1, 2009 9:07 AM CST

(Newser) – Experts are criticizing Rihanna's decision to reconcile with boyfriend Chris Brown following a violent confrontation that left the singer swollen and bruised, reports the New York Daily News. Domestic violence experts aren't shocked by Rihanna's move—which is all too common among battered women, they say—but are worried about the singer and the harmful message she's communicating.

"It sends a really negative message that it's OK to remain in an abusive relationship and just to accept an apology and move on," said a Manhattan psychologist. "She's a role model and that's why it's such a concern."

This photo obtained by TMZ of pop star Rihanna reportedly shows injuries she suffered after being slugged by boyfriend Chris Brown.
This photo obtained by TMZ of pop star Rihanna reportedly shows injuries she suffered after being slugged by boyfriend Chris Brown.   (AP Photo/TMZ)
Rihanna and Chris Brown perform at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Rihanna and Chris Brown perform at Madison Square Garden in New York.   (AP Photo/Evan Agostini/file)
Rihanna performs at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles late last year.
Rihanna performs at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles late last year.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
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Shannonals
Mar 3, 2009 2:11 AM CST
Please, this isn't your average woman without resources to seek aid, she knows what she's doing, and I always said that this case was janky
AllisonMW
Mar 2, 2009 8:55 PM CST
That is good advice. I'm dealing with this situation with my younger sister, who can do SOOOOO much better than the mental and physical abuser/loser she's dating. And she's so young...my heart breaks just thinking about it. I just pray for her.
AllisonMW
Mar 2, 2009 8:53 PM CST
Good one!

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