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It's just NOT Physical

I posted this for anyone who needs understanding on what domestic abuse looks like.


There are Three Basic Types of Domestic Violence

Physical Abuse includes shoving, restraining, hitting or kicking. Physical abuse can occur frequently or infrequently, but it tends to escalate in frequency and severity over time.

Sexual Abuse is any unwanted or forced sexual behavior by an intimate partner.

Emotional Abuse included isolation from family and friends, forced financial dependence, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation and control over where and when the partner can go and what he/she can do.