Dating Violence Cycle
What exactly is the dating violence cycle? It includes:
- Tension, such as criticism, yelling, swearing, angry gestures, coercion or threats
- Violence, such as physical and sexual attacks or threats
- Seduction, such as apologies, promises to change, or gifts
The elements listed below can keep the cycle in motion.
- Love for the abuser: believing that the relationship is not entirely bad
- Hope: thinking things will change or it's just a phase
- Fear: worrying that threats will become a reality, resulting in fear of ending the relationship
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