Domestic abuse isnโt always physical. Coercive control is an act or a pattern of acts of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim.
This controlling behaviour is designed to make a person dependent by isolating them from support, exploiting them, depriving them of independence and regulating their everyday behaviour.
Help and support is available, call 0800 112 4052
Find out more about Coercive Control by visiting Women’s Aid website