Definition of abuse, discussion of controlling behaviors Outlines types of abuse including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, intellectual abuse, spiritual abuse and financial abuse . This chapter explores the psychological and emotional underpinnings of abusive behaviors. Discusses ways to recognize abuse before it becomes lethal, how to minimize the damage. De-escalation techniques, limit setting skills and verbal self-defense are outlined here.
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