Approximately 10 million people experience domestic violence in the United States every year. And according to the Centers for Disease Control, about 41% of women and 26% of men have experienced physical violence, sexual violence or stalking by an intimate partner. This does not even include victims of narcissistic, financial and emotional abuse.
Yet, the stereotype of a meek, helpless, penniless, barefoot battered wife is misleading and harmful. The truth is domestic violence and narcissistic abuse can affect almost anyone regardless of gender, age, socioeconomic standing and education level.
Given common misconceptions and stereotypes of victims, we are sharing 10 characteristics of victims of narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, and domestic violence that may surprise you. Make no mistake, these are ALL positive traits that abusive partners misuse in order to coerce, control and cause harm.
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