Warning Signs of Abuse

People who are being abused may:

• Seem afraid or anxious to please their partner
• Go along with everything their partner says and does
• Check in often with their partner to report where they are and what they're doing
• Receive frequent, harassing phone calls from their partner
• Talk about their partner's temper, jealousy, or possessiveness

Warning signs of physical violence:

• Have frequent injuries, with the excuse of 'accidents'
• Frequently miss work, school, or social occasions, without explanation
• Dress in clothing designed to hide bruises or scares (e.g. wearing long sleeves in the summer or sunglasses indoors)

Warning Signs of Isolation (being isolated by their abuser):

• Be restricted from seeing family and friends
• Rarely go out in public without their partner
• Have limited access to money, credit cards, or the car

The psychological warning signs of abuse:

• Have very low self-esteem, even if they were formerly confident
• Show major personality changes (e.g. an outgoing person becomes withdrawn)
• Be depressed, anxious, or suicidal

If you suspect that someone you know is being abused, speak up. If you are hesitating - thinking that it is none of your business, that you might be wrong, or that the person might not want to talk about it - keep in mind that expressing your concern will let the person know that you care and may even save her life. Remember, abusers are very good at controlling and manipulating their victims. People who have been abused may be depressed, drained, afraid, ashamed, and/or confused. They may need help, but they may be isolated from their family and friends. By offering support, you can help them become aware of options that may promote their safety and healing.

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