Why is it important to CHECK your relationship for signs of domestic violence?
Relationship repair chance
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Potential to end violence
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Domestic violence cycle stages
1. Playful aggression: This can be masked as jokes or "play," but here, there may already be initial signs of inappropriate physical contact, such as playful slaps on the face. More about playful aggression.
2. Psychological pressure: Mockery, disdainful attitude, criticism. These actions lead to feelings of insecurity in the partner.
3. Pity and manipulation: The aggressor may start using their actions to manipulate the partner, inducing feelings of guilt.
4. Threats: Open threats of physical violence or threats of separation, child loss, or financial support loss emerge.
5. Control: The aggressor begins to control all aspects of the partner's life: where they are, who they communicate with, how they spend money, etc.
6. Isolation: The victim is cut off from friends, family, and social contacts, making them more vulnerable and dependent on the aggressor.
7. Physical violence: The first incident of physical violence may be unexpected. Afterward, instances of violence become regular.
8. Post-violence "honeymoon": The aggressor may show remorse, promise to change their behavior, and give gifts. The victim may hope for an improvement in the situation.
9. Escalation of the violence spiral: "Honeymoon" periods become shorter, incidents of violence become more severe and frequent.
10. Critical point: Violence can reach such intensity that the victim's life is in real danger.
This list illustrates that domestic violence does not always begin with violent acts. Start by assessing your relationship and get a plan to address the violence
What does a plan to overcome domestic violence consist of?
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Consequences of inaction
Physical
Body injuries of various types, sexual violence, bone fractures
Psychological
Fear, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts
Financial
Loss of money on medical treatment and psychological recovery from trauma
