It's Time to Talk about Psychological and Verbal Abuse | Lizzy Glazer | TEDxPhillipsAcademyAndover

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Domestic violence includes physical and psychological abuse, which can be just as damaging as physical abuse, causing internal pain and fear within families. Recognizing signs of abuse, such as blame, isolation, and verbal attacks, is crucial in raising awareness and inspiring change to combat domestic violence.

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  • Psychological abuse in domestic violence, often overshadowed by physical abuse, can be equally damaging, eroding self-worth and creating a toxic environment of fear and control within families.
  • The cycle of abuse, marked by false hope and explosive outbursts, leaves victims feeling guilty and worthless, emphasizing the necessity of recognizing these signs early and speaking out against domestic violence to promote awareness and change.

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Recent questions

  • What are the different forms of domestic violence?

    Physical and psychological abuse.

  • How does psychological abuse impact victims?

    Causes internal pain, erodes self-esteem, instills fear.

  • What are the signs of living with an abuser?

    False hope, explosive outbursts, guilt, worthlessness, control.

  • How can one recognize the signs of domestic violence?

    Swept off feet, blame, isolation, verbal attacks, denial.

  • Why is it important to speak out against domestic violence?

    Raise awareness, inspire change, protect victims.

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"Hidden Pain: Psychological Abuse in Domestic Violence"

  • Domestic violence encompasses both physical and psychological abuse, tearing families apart and leading to fatalities, with psychological abuse being a prevalent yet often overlooked form.
  • Psychological and verbal abuse, though less visible, can be just as damaging as physical abuse, causing internal pain and suffering, eroding self-esteem, and instilling fear and control within families.
  • The unpredictability of living with an abuser, characterized by periods of false hope followed by explosive outbursts over minor triggers, creates a toxic environment where victims are made to feel guilty, worthless, and controlled.
  • Recognizing the signs of abuse is crucial, such as being swept off your feet initially, followed by blame, isolation from loved ones, verbal attacks, and denial of wrongdoing, highlighting the importance of speaking out against domestic violence to raise awareness and inspire change.
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