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Is disrespect a form of abuse?

Abuse means treating someone with violence, disrespect, cruelty, harm, or force. When someone treats their partner in any of these ways, it's called an abusive relationship. Abuse in a relationship can be physical, sexual, or emotional.

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Abuse means treating someone with violence, disrespect, cruelty, harm, or force. When someone treats their partner in any of these ways, it’s called an abusive relationship. Abuse in a relationship can be physical, sexual, or emotional. Or it could be all of these. An abusive partner might use mean words, threats, or shaming. They might act with jealousy or controlling behavior. Or with physical or sexual violence. These things can start small and build over time. If you think you’re in an abusive relationship, it’s time to get help. There are people to help you get to a safe situation. There are people to help you sort out all the emotions of partner abuse.

Am I in an Abusive Relationship?

Here are some warning signs. You might be in an abusive relationship if someone: harms you physically in any way. This includes hitting, pushing, shaking, or kicking.

threatens to harm you if you leave the relationship

threatens to harm themselves if you leave the relationship

forces you, or tries to force you, into any type of sexual act that you don’t want tries to control parts of your life, like how you dress, who you hang out with, and what you say

often shames you or makes you feel unworthy

twists the truth to make you feel you are to blame for their actions

demands to know where you are at all times

often acts jealous or angry when you want to spend time with your friends

makes mean or rude comments on social media

demands or asks for your sign-in information for your social media accounts

Get help from a therapist or someone at a helpline if you feel unsure of whether you're in an abusive relationship.

How Can I Get Out of an Abusive Relationship?

Know that you have the right to be safe. You have the right to be treated with respect. Knowing this is the first step. You have the right to be treated with respect. Knowing this is the first step. Confide in someone you know. Tell a parent, trusted adult, health provider, or friend what you’re going through so they can help. Many adults know how to help in this situation. An adult might be able to get you to safety faster than a friend can. Tell a parent, trusted adult, health provider, or friend what you’re going through so they can help. Many adults know how to help in this situation. An adult might be able to get you to safety faster than a friend can. Get help and support from experts. Going through abuse can leave you feeling confused, scared, or exhausted. Find a therapist to help you get your emotional strength back. They can help you sort through the many emotions you might be dealing with. Going through abuse can leave you feeling confused, scared, or exhausted. Find a therapist to help you get your emotional strength back. They can help you sort through the many emotions you might be dealing with. Get advice from someone at a helpline too. Learn more about how to get out of an abuse relationship safely. The helpline advisors also can talk to you about other things that might help you move forward.

If You Need Help Right Away

If you have been physically hurt, get medical care or call 911.

Helplines can give advice on how to get out of an abusive relationship safely:

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What is the message of Romans 12 9-10?

“Love from the center of who you are; don't fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle” (Romans 12:9-10, MSG).

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The love of God, demonstrated by Jesus on the cross, is our foundation for how to treat others. We are to be devoted—committed—to other Christians; to act selflessly. We are to honor each other (regardless of status, position, or any other factor) because we are all precious children of God, our Father. When we honor others above ourselves, we are not doing so from a place of weakness, but rather from the strength that comes from knowing we are useful, wanted, unique individuals in the family of God.

EXPLORE THIS PASSAGE MORE

We get the most out of each verse when we understand them in context. So, feel free to dig a little deeper into the meaning of this verse with these resources:

The Message version says this verse this way:

“Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle” (Romans 12:9-10, MSG).

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