Issue 192, July 31, 2024

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🕵️Trivia Question

What is the most common form of abuse reported in domestic violence cases?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

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🚸 Safety Tip of the Day: Document Incidents

If you're experiencing abuse, document incidents as they happen. Keep a detailed record of dates, times, and descriptions of abusive behavior. Photos, emails, and text messages can also be crucial evidence. This documentation can be vital if you decide to seek legal action or protection orders.

Cold Case Highlights

🔍Trivia Answer
Emotional abuse.

Emotional abuse, also known as psychological abuse, is the most common form of abuse in domestic violence cases. It involves the systematic undermining of an individual’s self-esteem and emotional well-being through tactics such as manipulation, intimidation, verbal assaults, and isolation. Unlike physical abuse, emotional abuse often leaves no visible scars, making it harder to identify and report. This form of abuse can have long-lasting effects on a person’s mental health and can be just as damaging, if not more so, than physical abuse. Recognizing and addressing emotional abuse is crucial in supporting victims and preventing further harm.