Psychological Violence: How to Recognize Manipulations Disguised as Care

According to МВС: Most cases of violations related to domestic violence include psychological violence. Often, perpetrators try to justify this under the guise of care or personality traits, convincing that only they know what is best for the victim, or that the victim is to blame in the relationship. However, there are no justifications for psychological violence, as its aim is to control another person's life and satisfy one's own needs through it.

Manipulations, verbal attacks, humiliation, and blackmail – all of these are forms of psychological violence. Do not be afraid to call things by their names – call the numbers 102 or 112. As part of the international campaign '16 Days Against Violence,' it is important to remember the issues of combating various forms of domestic violence, child abuse, human trafficking, and protecting women's rights.

Psychological violence in the home environment has serious consequences and requires a response from society and law enforcement to protect victims and punish perpetrators.