How To Recognize Warning Signs in a Relationship or Marriage

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How To Recognize Warning Signs in a Relationship or Marriage

Yesterday, we started talking about warning signs. We discussed emotional distancing and communication breakdown, frequent arguments and ongoing conflicts, and erosion of trust and security. We will pick it up from here today.

Recognizing Emotional or Physical Abuse

Recognizing the warning signs of emotional or physical abuse is crucial for anyone in a relationship. Emotional abuse often shows up as controlling behavior, where one partner tries to dominate the other’s actions, decisions, and social interactions. This control might be subtle, like constant criticism or manipulation, or more obvious, like dictating who the partner can or cannot see. Abusers often use isolation as a tactic to cut off their partner from friends and family, making them more dependent and easier to control.

Physical abuse, while more visible, is just as devastating. Signs like bruises, cuts, or unexplained injuries should never be ignored. Victims might also make excuses for their abuser's behavior or try to hide injuries. Physical abuse can also include threats of violence, intimidation, or actual physical attacks. Recognizing these signs early is vital for the safety of the victim.

Emotional and physical abuse are often intertwined, with one leading to the other. Both forms of abuse are unacceptable and can have long-lasting psychological and physical effects. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse…