February 2021

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Recognizing and Responding To The Types of Abuse

So what exactly constitutes intimate partner violence or spousal abuse? What are the different types of abuse? Spousal abuse does not necessarily involve physical violence. Women who are mistreated in less obvious ways may need support in recognizing that their partners’ behavior is unacceptably controlling and constitutes abuse. The list categorizes types of abusive behaviors …

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This Is the Difference Between Normal Fighting and Verbal Abuse

Working within the family services field, I often hear stories about fighting. After all, conflict is a normal part of any relationship and, during heated conversations, feelings of anger and frustration can swell, causing us to snap at our partners. However, when I hear about people who make threats, resort to name-calling, and yell whenever …

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