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Nyxks Musings

My thoughts on living with Invisible Disabilities, my Service Dog, my general Life, with Reviews, Articles, and more

Tag: Abused

  • Am I being abused?

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    Physical Abuse Physical abuse includes unwanted physical contact, which may or may not cause an injury. Physical abuse can be directed at you, your children, household pets or others. Has your partner ever: _____ pushed, shoved or kicked you _____ held you down to keep you from leaving _____ slapped, hit or punched you _____…

  • Why Do Abused Victims Stay?

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    Why Do Abused Victims Stay? By Maria Vera, PhD, Toby D. Goldsmith, MD It can be difficult for many people to understand why a person would stay in an abusive relationship. But there are many reasons. Strong emotional and psychological forces keep the victim tied to the abuser. Sometimes situational realities like a lack of…