Furthermore, it can easily be demonstrated that the short-term consequences of verbal abuse are far more serious than most people suspect. FYI, I am recognized by most courts in Washington as an expert witness in both sexual abuse and domestic violence, and I am qualified by state law as a trainer for domestic violence therapists. In Washington we are required by law to address the verbal and emotional abuse as well as the physical abuse in the behavior of abusers. In a consensual abusive relationship, people agree to be abused. I agree with you that this makes a difference.
People have the right, if they choose, to subject themselves to anything.
Many of us had not agreed to it. Therefore, it is very similar to the woman who has not agreed to be abused. Your E - mail List Review of The Day. The E - mail Discussion List Exclusively for List Moderators. Your Source For Free Targeted New E-mail List Announcements.