KTDS-780 They are sparse but you can still find some terrible examples of abuse. These come in various forms, such as physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional. Some are very blatant and obvious, while others are more subtle and hidden.
You might think that most people are aware of these forms of abuse, but the truth is, many people aren't or don't want to acknowledge it. This could be because they don't want to be classified as an abuser, or they simply don't want to make the person they are abusing feel better by informing them that they're being abused. Whatever the reason, I want to talk about these subtle forms of abuse that happen everyday in our society.
One example of a subtle form of abuse is passive aggression. Passive aggression occurs when a person indirectly expresses their negative feelings, intentionally withholding positive reinforcement or acting in pointless malicious ways to hurt another person. It can also involve withholding affection or genuine warmth or approval.
The person being abused might not even realize that they're being abused until later on when they start to develop self-esteem issues and other mental health problems. This form of abuse may not seem like abuse, but it's just as damaging as any other form, if not more so since it's harder to recognize and deal with.
It's important to be aware of these subtle forms of abuse and recognize the signs. If you think someone may be being abused, take action to help them. You may not be able to do much, but making them aware that they're being abused can be a powerful first step on their journey towards healing and recovery.
20 Jun 2015