She Said: Abuse, How Much is Too Much?

It’s not the easiest topic to discuss, but it’s not being talked about enough. The brutal reality is that victims of abuse are around us all the time. Though she may not wear the scars of physical manhandling, she may be suffering abuse that cuts just as deep as a blow to the jaw. Abuse comes in many forms, and unless outwardly obvious, it can be the culprit of unhealthy relationships. For some women, all it takes is a man to look like he has the potential to strike and it’s splitsville, forever. For others, it may not be as easy and, unfortunately, may lead to physical violence. But according to the women we spoke with, in order for one to stay in such a dangerous situation, more often than not, she’s been mentally beaten by verbal abuse so badly, she’s convinced she has nowhere to go. So, are there signs or red flags before arguments escalate to an unfair fight between a man and woman? How much is too much? When is it time to leave?