Preventing Violence and Abuse I Abuse n Physical

Preventing Violence and Abuse

I. Abuse n Physical or Emotional harm to someone

II. Abusive Behavior Person is: n n n Controlling Obsessive Manipulating Selfish Aggressive Needy Behaviors include: n n n Insult Humiliate Put-downs Coercion Threats

III. Child Abuse n Physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect of anyone under 18 years of age.

IV. Neglect n A caretaker fails to provide basic needs such as food, clothing, or love.

V. Domestic Violence n The use of force to control and maintain power over a spouse

VI. Cycle of Abuse 1. Tension Building Phase: n 2. Violent Episode Phase: n 3. arguments, insults, accusations, threats. pushing, hitting, choking, weapons. Honeymoon Phase: n apologies, reconciliation, promises

VII. Elder Abuse n Fraud, physical abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of a senior citizen.

VIII. Hazing n Harassing newcomers into a group in an abusive, humiliating manner.

IX. Effects of Abuse n n n Physical signs Depression Low self-esteem Eating disorders Low energy or fatigue Poor concentration n n n Difficulty making decisions Difficulty sleeping Feelings of worthlessness Guilt Shame Anxiety

X. Protecting yourself from abuse Create a supporting network of friends and family. n Avoid disrespectful people. n Be assertive. n Show disapproval to abusive behaviors. n

XI. Help for the abused. n Tell someone. n Go somewhere safe. n Consider counseling.