How to Deal with a Violent Boyfriend
Last updated date : March 24, 2023
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Chapter 1:
Types of Abuse in a Relationship
1.Verbal abuse: This can be in the form of abusive threats or foul language. Additionally, the abusive partner can use emotional blackmail. This includes the threat of leaving the partner. The partner can pick up verbal fights now and then to harass the partner.
2.Physical abuse: This includes physically abusing the partner by beating them. Pushing, pulling, or slapping are other forms of physical abuse. This can lead to severe physical harm to the victim.
3.Emotional abuse: This includes manipulation. The abuser can also gaslight the victim now and then. Moreover, the abuser can use words to demean the partner.
4.Sexual abuse: This includes non-consensual sex. Forcing the partner to watch pornography, etc.
Chapter 2:
Early Signs of an Abusive Boyfriend
Controlling Behavior
The most common sign of an abusive boyfriend is controlling behavior. If your boyfriend keeps asking where you go and the times of your outing, it is controlling behavior. Additionally, he is keeping a track of where you go and with who you go. Your boyfriend may control what you wear and even what you say. If his orders are followed, he may resort to some kind of violence. The boyfriend will start controlling the times his partner visits her family or friends.
Problematic Past Relationships
Another common early sign of an abusive boyfriend is that he has never had a successful past relationship. That is to say that all his past relationships were a problem. However, it is very common for the boyfriend to always blame the other partner. They may describe all their past partners as mean and selfish. They will always blame their Exes for the breakup. If this is the case, it is time to start getting careful.
Complaints from Friends or Workplace
If your boyfriend’s friends or family frequently complain about his temper, it’s time to watch out. Additionally, there can be complaints from the workplace regarding your boyfriend’s behavior. Often abusive people have little social life. Friends get tired of their temper and pull away. Similarly, teammates can get annoyed by the abusive language of a person. It is important to know about your partner’s behaviors and traits when you are in a relationship. Knowing your partner’s past is not wrong. It helps you understand what type of person your partner has been.
You Are Always Worried in Your Relationship
In a healthy relationship, you should be able to be yourself. You should be at ease. There should be no pressure to impress the partner always. When you are with a violent boyfriend, you feel like you are always walking on eggshells. That is to say that you fear making even a small mistake. You are always worried that something might upset your partner. An abusive boyfriend makes you feel guilty. They are mostly hostile. This makes you feel always on the edge. This makes it hard for people to deal with a violent boyfriend. This is because nobody wants to lose the partner they love.
Blame Games
Your partner always holds you responsible for anything that goes wrong. Moreover, it is always you who apologizes. Your partner will always claim to be right. Whenever there is an argument, your partner will make you feel responsible for the fight. Additionally, they will make every effort to prove you wrong.Chapter 3:
How to Deal with a Violent Boyfriend
Chapter 4:
Steps to Deal with a Violent Partner
- Emergency Numbers: The first step in the plan is to have a list of emergency contact details ready. You can never predict when the violence escalates. Therefore it is useful to have a list consisting of contacts such as the domestic violence helpline. You can have a number of a few close family members or friends who stay nearby.
- Set Boundaries: When leaving is not an option, being assertive and setting boundaries are important. You can set limits on the abuse. Be stern and let your partner know these boundaries. Document these boundaries and take serious steps if any boundaries are crossed by your partner.
- Inform: Let your loved ones know what’s happening with you. Confide with your close friends or family. This way you will not feel alone.
- Save: Invest smartly. Create an exit plan and keep enough savings to sustain alone if you have to. Keep your savings discreet so that your boyfriend does not exploit them.
Chapter 5:
Endnote
"Structured and engaging course" Joan
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- Worksheet, tips & tools to use
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25% discount