Physical
What is physical abuse
Physical abuse is when you are being hurt or trying to be hurt by a partner, friend or family member.
What is emotional abuse.
Emotional abuse is when a person's sense of self-worth is being lowered through constant criticism.
Name three other abuses.
Coercive
Financial
Sexual
Elder
If you say mental abuse I'll give you half points because that goes into emotional abuse.
Name a person who acts as a mandated reporter in your everyday life.
Any teacher is required to report any signs of abuse they see or hear.
A doctor/nurse.
Name some signs that you may be in a physically abusive relationship,
name at least 3.
Damages property when angry.
Pushes, slaps, bites, kicks or chokes you.
Abandons you in dangerous or isolated places you have never been.
Scares you by driving recklessly.
Uses a weapon to threaten or hurt you.
Forces you to leave your home.
Traps you in your home or keeps you from leaving.
Prevents you from calling police or getting medical help.
Name some signs you're in a emotionally abusive relationship,
name at least 3
Calls you names, insults, and continually criticizes you.
Does not trust you and acts in a jealous or possessive way.
Isolates you from family or friends.
Monitors where you go, who you call and with whom you spend your time.
Does not want you to work.
Controls finances or refuses to share money.
Punishes you by stopping their affection.
Expects you to ask for permission.
Threatens to hurt you, the children, your family or your pets.
Humiliates you in any way
Can you be sexually assaulted in a relationship?
Yes, consent is always needed, no matter what.
How many abuse helplines are there in Canada?
Canada has at least 17 major abuse related helplines, with 5 National services and 12 Provincial crisis lines.
How many men have been physically abused in their lifetime.
25% of men have been the victim of physical abuse.
How many men have been emotionally abused.
35% to 36% of men have been emotionally abused.
What is financial abuse?
Financial abuse is when someone takes advantage or controls another person's finances.
What is Canada's version of Child Protective Services(CPS)?
Children Aid Socieity. (C.A.S).
What day of the year are the most domestic abuse calls made.
New Years
How many women have been emotionally abused.
32% to 44% of women have been emotionally abused.
What is coerecive abuse
Coerecive abuse usually happens after a break-up, using threats to manipulate to get the person back.
Is there a helpline dedicated to children?
Yes there is.
How many women have been physically abused
30% of women have been physically abused
Is emotional abuse illegal?
No.
Can you name any other abuses you know?
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What would you do if someone came to you for help?
(All answers welcome.)
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