The abuse can be physical, verbal, emotional, or sexual. Often, one or more violent incidents are accompanied by an array of other types of abuse. They may not be as obvious, but help to firmly establish a pattern of intimidation and control in the relationship. This kind of abuse occurs in every race, class, and educational background, from doctors to truck drivers. In Texas, more than 100,000 women are assaulted in their homes at least once a week.
Spouse abuse has other serious implications.
Chances are that you know someone that is being abused. Generally, there are three different types of abuse associated with domestic violence - physical, sexual, and emotional. It may include one or more of these types of mistreatment. This is the most obvious type of abuse. It includes kicking, hitting, biting, choking, pushing, hair pulling, throwing across the room or down on the floor, prevention from seeking health care or taking medications, and assaults or threats with weapons.