The sting from an abuser’s negative words can be just as hurtful as physical abuse. Most often, people think of domestic abuse as physical. However, psychological abuse may be even worse. Call it mental or emotional abuse; regardless of the terminology, these wounds don’t leave marks behind. Instead, they follow their victims around, resulting in low self esteem and self doubt. Abusers use fear, guilt, shame, and intimidation to wear you down.
