A web site hosted by
Margaret Norton devoted to
creating abuse and
domestic violence awareness.
Abuse is defined as misuse, mistreat, attack with words, improper use, or course and insulting speech. Abuse can take many forms – child abuse, sibling abuse, animal abuse, elder abuse, rape, domestic violence, drug abuse, human rights abuse, and Internet abuse.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence refers to mistreatment in personal relationships. It can be physical, verbal, sexual, financial or emotional.
Recognizing Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence is often hard to recognize for a variety of reasons, too numerous to name here. Usually there are symptoms and warnings signs in the relationship. But we are often reluctant to get involved or we don’t know what to do.
Effects of Domestic Violence
The effects of domestic violence are many and often last for years beyond the actual abuse. The abused person struggles with insecurity, poor self-esteem, withdrawal, and difficulty forming lasting relationships. Extreme cases can lead to alcohol or drug abuse and even suicide.
Webster's Definition of Abuse
Webster defines abuse as misuse, mistreat, attack with words, improper use, or course and insulting speech. Abuse is more prevalent than we would like to admit.
Control and Anger
It is sometimes hard to recognize or admit abuse. An abuser usually has problems with control and anger. But they don't see their behavior as being abusive.
Recommended Book of the Month:
Freedom's Rein by Shane Sellers and Tricia Psarreas
Quote of the Month:
"Ethics is mostly a matter of good training. People usually know the proper way to behave, and they must simply be morally strong enough to behave in accordance with this knowledge. Being a good person amounts to having the inclination to do the right thing, and this inclination can be bred into us."
Aristotle
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Disclaimer: I am not a therapist or mental health professional. The opinions offered on this site are based on my own life experiences. They are not intended to take the place of advice from a health, legal or other professional whose expertise you might seek.
