What is Abuse?
Abuse encompasses a range of harmful behaviors directed towards an individual, including physical, emotional, sexual, and psychological harm. It can occur in various relationships, such as domestic partnerships, family dynamics, workplaces, and other social settings.
How it Negatively Affects Your Life:
Abuse profoundly impacts an individual's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Victims often experience low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The constant stress and fear can lead to chronic health problems, difficulty trusting others, and challenges in forming healthy relationships. Abuse can isolate individuals, making them feel powerless and alone.
How Treatment Helps:
Treatment for abuse focuses on providing a safe and supportive environment where individuals can process their experiences and begin healing. Therapy helps clients rebuild their self-esteem, develop healthy coping strategies, and address any trauma-related symptoms. Support groups and individual counseling empower victims to regain control of their lives, establish boundaries, and build healthier relationships moving forward.