Domestic violence consists of a pattern of coercive behavior used to exert power and control over another. Abusers isolate victims from family, friends, and other support systems. Emotional abuse is a method of control that includes a variety of verbal attacks and humiliations. It is repeated attacks against the partner's sense of self as an individual, parent, family member, friend, worker, or community member.
Emotional abuse is, by many victims' opinions, the most damaging form of domestic violence.
The wounds from emotional abuse can remain for years. Extreme jealousy 2. Controlling behavior 3. Quick involvement in relationships 4. Unrealistic expectations of partners 5.