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Cyber bullying (cyberbullying, cyber-bullying, online bullying) is the use of electronic information and communication devices such as e-mail, instant messaging, text messages, mobile phones, pagers and defamatory websites to bully or otherwise harass an individual or group through personal attacks or other means, and it may constitute a...
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Elder abuse is a single or repeated act or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person. ...
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Psychological abuse refers to the humiliation or intimidation of another person, but is also used to refer to the long-term effects of emotional shock. ...
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This box: view • talk • edit | Dating Violence is defined as the perpetration or threat of an act of violence by at least one member of an unmarried couple on the other member within the context of dating or courtship. This violence encompasses all forms: sexual assault, physical violence, verbal, mental, or emotional abuse, and financial abuse. A threat is a declaration of intention to inflict punishment or harm on another. ...
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The term date can refer to: A day according to a calendar; see calendar date. ...
Sexual assault is any undesired physical contact of a sexual nature perpetrated against another person. ...
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Emotional abuse refers to a long-term situation in which one person uses his or her power or influence to adversely affect the mental well-being of another. ...
Warning Signs
Early warning signs that a date may become abusive:[citation needed] [1] - Extreme jealousy
- Controlling behavior
- Quick involvement
- Unpredictable mood swings
- Alcohol and drug use
- Explosive anger
- Isolates you from friends and family
- Uses force during an argument
- Shows hypersensitivity
- Believes in rigid sex roles
- Blames others for his/her problems or feelings
- Cruel to animals or children
- Verbally abusive
- Abused former partners
- Threatens violence
Jealousy typically refers to the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that occur when a person believes a valued relationship is being threatened by a rival. ...
A mood swing is an extreme change in mood. ...
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Signs of Dating Violence Clues that may indicate a victim of date violence:[2] - Physical signs of injury
- Truancy, dropping out of school
- Failing grades
- Indecision
- Changes in mood or personality
- Use of drugs/alcohol
- Emotional outburst
- Bruising
- Increasing isolation from friends and family
Why People Stay Victims may remain in an abusive relationship for many reasons, including: - Fear of the perpetrator
- Self-blame
- Minimization of the crime
- Loyalty or love for the perpetrator
- Social or religious stigma
- Lack of understanding
References - ^ [1]
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- Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence website: [3] - includes statistics and helpful advice
- National Center for Victims of Crime website: [4] - statistics, further research and other readings
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