Until and unless, there are obvious signs of physical harm, one may find it difficult to identify abuse, especially in a relationship.
If you're a parent and are concerned about your child's safety and mental health, look for these tell-tale red flags of abuse.
- Stress, anxiety and extreme nervousness
- Loss of interest in their favourite activities
- Extremely agitated
- Withdrawl from family and loved ones
- Fear at the mention of one's partner
Watch out for these signs in your child's partner:
- Display of a controlling behaviour, extreme possessiveness and jealousy
- Always efficient at blaming others
- Hypersensitivity - offended easily
- Heightened temper