Thoughts on Abuse
Abuse is More than Hitting.
Other abusive behaviors include :
Controlling or isolating you
Exhibiting constant jealousy
Abusing alcohol or other drugs
Refusing to let you have money
Restricting or controlling your activities
Coercing or forcing sexual activity
Embarrassing you in front of others
Calling you names
Threatening you or the children physically or financially
Telling you that you are stupid or worthless
Constantly demanding his way
Ignoring your opinions or wishes
Destroying your possessions
Intimidating you by shouting, hostile looks, or hostile gestures
Abuse Typically Follows a Repeating Pattern or Cycle:
Stage 1: Tension builds
Stage 2: Explosion of physical, verbal, sexual or emotional abuse
Stage 3: Calm; the "honeymoon" phase ; the abuser may show sincere remorse and . . promise sincerely to never do it again