Extreme Jealousy & Control – They isolate you from friends, family, or activities and constantly check up on you.

Insults, Belittling, & Humiliation – They demean or shame you—especially in front of others.

Financial Control – They take your money, refuse to provide for basic needs, or monitor your spending.

Intimidation & Threats – They use threatening looks, words, weapons, or destroy your belongings.

Physical or Sexual Coercion – They pressure, force, or guilt you into unwanted sexual activity or use physical violence.

Gaslighting & Manipulation – They twist reality, deny past events, or make you feel like everything is your fault.

Blaming Others – They take no responsibility for their actions and blame you or their past relationships.

💜 If you need help, reach out: National Domestic Abuse Hotline – Call 800-799-7233 or Text “START” to 88788.

Information adapted from The National Domestic Violence Hotline, Women’s Aid, and NNEDV.