Preventing Violence and Abuse

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Preventing Violence and Abuse
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I. Abuse

• Physical or Emotional harm to someone

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II. Abusive Behavior

• Person is
• Controlling
• Obsessive
• Manipulating
• Selfish
• Aggressive
• Needy

• Behaviors include
• Insult
• Humiliate
• Put-downs
• Coercion
• Threats

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III. Child Abuse

• Physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse,
  and neglect of anyone under 18 years of age.

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IV. Neglect

• A caretaker fails to provide basic needs such as
  food, clothing, or love.

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V. Domestic Violence

• The use of force to control and maintain power
  over a spouse

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VI. Cycle of Abuse

• Tension Building Phase
• arguments, insults, accusations, threats.
• Violent Episode Phase
• pushing, hitting, choking, weapons.
• Honeymoon Phase
• apologies, reconciliation, promises

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VII. Elder Abuse

• Fraud, physical abuse, emotional abuse, or
  neglect of a senior citizen.

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VIII. Hazing

• Harassing newcomers into a group in an abusive,
  humiliating manner.

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IX. Effects of Abuse

• Physical signs
• Depression
• Low self-esteem
• Eating disorders
• Low energy or fatigue
• Poor concentration

• Difficulty making decisions
• Difficulty sleeping
• Feelings of worthlessness
• Guilt
• Shame
• Anxiety

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X. Protecting yourself from abuse

• Create a supporting network of friends and
  family.
• Avoid disrespectful people.
• Be assertive.
• Show disapproval to abusive behaviors.

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XI. Help for the abused.

• Tell someone.
• Go somewhere safe.
• Consider counseling.