5 warning signs that indicate if a woman is a victim of psychological violence

Psychological violence can trigger anxiety and dependence on the abuser, as well as consequences such as depression and mental confusion.

Psychological violence against women is a crime. And the first way victims can report this type of abuse is by knowing how to identify it.

This violence is based on emotional manipulation. When such manipulation is present in relationships, it can also be defined as gaslighting, which is when the abuser tries to distort events and influence the other emotionally and psychologically.

In an article published by the Jornal da USP, Professor Antônio de Pádua Serafim, professor at the Institute of Psychology of the University of São Paulo (IPUSP), explains that psychological violence can be identified through “disrespect based on verbalizations inappropriate, humiliating speeches, insults, intimidation and even death threats.”

Psychological violence can trigger anxiety and a feeling of dependence on the abuser. Furthermore, it has consequences such as depression, isolation and mental confusion. The victim begins to question their feelings, instincts, and sanity.

Discover five signs that a woman is experiencing psychological violence:

You constantly doubt yourself

The victim suffers emotional blackmail, in which the abuser distorts reality, such as denying he said something he actually said. As a result, women begin to lose the ability to trust their own perceptions.

Feel confused

A trivialization of the victim’s feelings occurs, as the abuser uses techniques to deny the facts, such as “it didn’t happen like that,” “how exaggerated you are,” and “there’s no reason for this.”

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Always apologize to your partner

Generally, emotional abuse happens gradually, without the victim realizing it. It gradually escalates and reaches a point where she tends to apologize because she thinks his actions are inappropriate.

Difficulty making easy decisions

There are so many manipulations that making simple decisions becomes agonizing. One of the signs of psychological violence is the control of everyday things, such as having to “approve” of what a woman wears or eats and who she talks to.

Discouragement and distancing from friends and family

Over time, the cycle of abuse escalates and repeats, causing the victim to become increasingly dependent on the relationship and isolate themselves from friends and family. This manipulation takes away the victim’s support network and makes him extremely dependent on the abuser.

In case of violence against women, report it

Violence against women is a crime punishable by imprisonment provided by law. When you witness any incidents of aggression against women, report it. You can do this by telephone (by dialing 190 or 180). You can also look for a police station, regular or specialized.

Find out more about how to report here!

Source: Terra

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