Lesson 1: How To Recognize an Abusive Relationship
Emotional/Psychological Harm From Abuse
It is utterly amazing how emotional and physical abuse affects people. Abusers dig at the core of our souls until we are numb. Our spirits become wounded and we are left with harmful symptoms that may ruin us forever.
Effects from Abuse:
Depression
Low self-confidence
Low self-esteem
Headaches
Anxiety attacks
Loss of control
Numbing - Physiologically and emotionally
Feelings of helplessness
Fatigue
Chronic Illness
Stressed
Guilt
Fear - for one's life and financial outcome if one were to leave.
Anger
Feelings of isolation
Loneliness
Agoraphobia
Weight Loss
Weight Gain
Nightmares
Negative Attitude - due from the abuse.
Argumentative - on the defense from depression.
Defensive
Sleep Disturbances
Hard to trust others
Emotional Problems
Withdrawal from family and friends
Stomach Pains
Nervousness
Nausea
Muscle Tension
Humiliation - from the life that is lead with the abuser.
Shock and Disbelief - when the abuse occurs.
Misery - feeling that you are living in misery.
There is help out there. A lot of counselors are available in your local yellow pages. Talk to friends, co-workers, and families for a referral.
Website: http://www.brokenspirits.com/ This is an online support system.
