Lessons 8-11 Types of Abuse

Types of Domestic Violence

100

_ _ a form of emotional abuse where someone uses words to assault, dominate, ridicule, manipulate, or degrade another person, negatively impacting their psychological health. It can occur in various relationships, including romantic, familial, and workplace settings. Recognizing _ _ is crucial, as it often precedes physical abuse, though it can exist independently and be just as damaging.

What is verbal abuse?

200

Controlling financial resources to make an individual financially dependent / Controlling or restricting access to financial resources, thereby limiting independence.

What is economic abuse?

300

Any action that impacts a person’s ability to control their sexual activity or the circumstances in which sexual activity occurs / Coercing or attempting to coerce any sexual contact or behavior without consent. 

What is sexual abuse?

400

Insulting or embarrassing the partner. Non-physical behaviors such as threats, insults, constant monitoring, humiliation, intimidation, isolation, or stalking. This undermines an individual’s sense of self-worth

What is emotional abuse?

500

Causing fear through intimidation, threats of harm, or destruction of property.

What is psychological abuse?

Basic Vocabulary

100

Violence occurring within a romantic relationship among adolescents

What is teen dating violence?

200

Abuse of an elderly person, often by a caregiver.

What is elder abuse?

300

Constantly tracking or controlling the partner online.

What is digital abuse?

400

A pattern of repeated, unwanted attention and contact that causes fear or safety concerns.

What is stalking?

500

Using verbal and non-verbal communication to harm mentally or emotionally.

What is psychological aggression?

Miscellaneous

100

The following are coping strategies for verbal abuse:

• Recognize the Abuse: Acknowledge the signs and understand that it's not your fault.
• _ _ : Clearly communicate what behaviors are unacceptable.
• Seek Support: Talk to trusted friends, family, or professionals.
• Consider Ending the Relationship: If the abuse continues, it may be necessary to distance yourself from the abuser.

What is set boundaries?

200

• Deny events or conversations that occurred.
• Call you overly sensitive or crazy.
• Twist facts to make you question your judgment

are all examples of this type of emotional abuse

What is gaslighting?

300

Physical Abuse involves _ and _ contact with you or something close to your body, or any behavior that causes or has the intention of causing injury, disability, or death.

What is intentional and unwanted?

400

Name one impact COVID-19 had on domestic abuse.

What is: 

• Lockdowns and Stay-at-Home Orders: These measures have confined individuals with their abusers, increasing opportunities for abuse.
• Increased Stress and Financial Strain: Economic uncertainties and health concerns have heightened tensions within households.
• Overwhelmed Support Systems: Many shelters and support services are operating at full capacity or have limited resources, making it harder for victims to access help?

500

Manipulating or controlling decisions about _ or_ is a form of sexual abuse.

What is contraception or abortion?

Recognizing Signs

100

The following are signs of _ abuse:

Name-calling and Insults: Using derogatory terms to belittle the other person.

Criticism and Judgment: Constantly finding faults and casting judgment.

Threats and Intimidation: Making threats to harm or control the victim.

Gaslighting: Manipulating the victim to question their reality and memory.

Isolation and Control: Preventing the victim from seeing friends, family, or engaging in activities.

What is verbal?

200

Failure to provide necessary goods or services.

What is neglect?

300

Financial abuse includes:

• Preventing you from working or sabotaging your employment opportunities.
• Withholding money or controlling how it's spent.
• Forcing you to steal or commit fraud.
• Running up _ in your name.
• Withholding funds for basic needs like food or medicine.

What is debt?

400

Accessing personal information without consent.

What is technology-assisted abuse?

500

Improper use of an elder’s funds or assets.

What is Financial or Material Exploitation?

Seeking Help / Support and Resources and more Miscellaneous

100

Name at least one hotline to call for help.

What is National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) available 24/7? What is Office on Women's Health Helpline at 1-800-994-9662, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.? What is Community Against Violence 24-hour [phone] and a text line at [phone]?

200

Be cautious of online activities; use secure devices and networks when seeking help.

What is digital safety?

300

Using _ or _ to track your location.

What is GPS or spyware?

400

Recognizing Early Warning Signs

• Jealousy and Possessiveness: Unwarranted accusations or controlling behavior.
• _ _: Moving the relationship forward rapidly, often with declarations of love.
• Unpredictable Mood Swings: Extreme highs and lows that create a sense of walking on eggshells.
• Blaming Others for Problems: Refusal to take responsibility for personal issues.
• Threatening Behavior: Threats of harm or self-harm to manipulate the partner.

What is quick involvement?

500

Threatening behavior or unwanted advances directed at another using the Internet and other forms of online and computer communications.

What is cyberstalking?