16 Days of Activism: What are the different types of abuse?
Abuse in a relationship can be more than just physical.
Abuse in a relationship can be more than just physical and it is important to know the differences to better understand when you are in such a relationship.
Physical abuse:
• Shoving, slapping, punching, kicking, throttling, biting.
• Assault with object, guns, knives or any other dangerous weapons.
Sexual abuse:
• Rape, attempted rape, indecent assault.
• Ongoing verbal abuse with sexual remarks.
Emotional and verbal abuse:
• Constant insults, ridicule or name-calling.
• Repeated threats of violence or death to cause emotional harm.
Financial abuse:
• Selling of shared property.
• Control of financial aspects in household.
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