Abuse is the deliberate act of causing physical or mental suffering of ones spouse.
This can make an abused spouse feel:
• Worthless
• Ashamed and withdrawn
• Anxious – especially in the presence of the abuser
• Lacking self-confidence
• Fearful about the future
• Helpless
Test Yourself:
1. Do you verbally insult your spouse?
Yes No
2. Threatened your spouse
Yes No
3. Hurt your spouse physically
Yes No
4. Prevented your wife from going out to work
Yes No
5. Prevented your husband from socializing
Yes No
6. Prevented your wife from managing the domestic finance
Yes No
7. Prevented your spouse from having enough money to deal with their basic needs of life
Yes No
8. Prevented your spouse from visiting their relatives
Yes No
