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IPV

INTIMATE PARTNTER VIOLENCE

A pattern of abusive behaviors where a partner exerts power and control over someone they are dating or involved with in some type of relationship.

physical

The batterer uses a show of physical strength to cower and intimidate his partner.

emotional

Non-physical behaviors such as threats, insults, constant monitoring, humiliation, intimidation, isolation or stalking.

sexual

Any action that pressures or coerces someone to do something sexually they do not want to do. This behavior can impact a person’s ability to control their sexual activity or the circumstances in which the sexual activity occurs.

digital

Digital dating violence is the use of technologies

such as texting and social networking to bully, harass, or stalk or intimidate a partner. This behavior constitutes a form of verbal or emotional abuse perpetuated  

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