Types of Abuse
What is abuse?
Abuse is when someone uses power and control to harm another person physically, emotionally, or mentally.
How many stages are in the cycle of abuse?
Five stages.
Name one common cause of abuse.
Power and control, stress, substance abuse, or learned behavior.
Who are 3 trusted adults in your school you can go to for help?
Guidance counsellor, teacher, principal.
Abuse can only be physical.
False. Abuse can be emotional, verbal, or financial too.
Name 3 types of abuse.
Physical, emotional, sexual (others may include financial, spiritual, neglect).
What is the first stage of the cycle?
Tension Building.
What does “the cycle continues” mean?
Abuse patterns are passed down through generations.
Name 2 local organizations that help victims of abuse.
Catholic Family Services, Prince Albert Mobile Crisis Unit.
Anyone can experience abuse, no matter their age or gender.
True.
What is financial abuse?
When someone controls or takes another person’s money to gain power.
Which stage is the most dangerous for victims?
The Incident or Explosion stage (when abuse occurs).
How can abuse affect someone emotionally?
Low self-esteem, fear, depression, anxiety.
Name 2 national resources anyone in Canada can call or text.
Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868 or text 686868), 211 Saskatchewan.
The most dangerous time is when a victim tries to leave.
True
What is the difference between emotional and psychological abuse?
Emotional attacks feelings and self-worth; psychological uses manipulation and control (mind games).
What happens during the “Reconciliation” stage?
What happens during the “Reconciliation” stage?
How can growing up in a violent home affect children later in life?
They may think abuse is normal or repeat what they saw.
What should you never do if a friend tells you they’re being abused?
Never blame them, confront the abuser, or spread what they told you.
Once abuse happens, it always continues forever.
False. People can get help and break the cycle.
Give one example of spiritual or cultural abuse.
Mocking someone’s faith, forcing religious practices, or isolating someone by language/culture.
Why does the cycle often repeat itself?
Victims forgive, abusers promise change, and tension slowly rebuilds.
What is one way violence impacts our communities?
It causes fear, broken families, and long-term social problems.
Why is reaching out for help important?
It keeps people safe, provides support, and connects them to real resources.
You can support a friend by listening and reminding them they deserve to be safe
True.