Is your partner emotionally abusive?
1. This person ridicules my words and actions.
2. This person says things to hurt me out of spite.
3. This person threatens me physically during arguments.
4. I feel like I’m constantly walking on eggshells to avoid upsetting this person.
5. This person verbally attacks me.
6. This person supports my relationships with my family and friends.
7. This person tries to control everything I do.
8. They try to catch me in inconsistencies to show that I’m lying.
9. I feel criticized or belittled by this person, even for small things.
10. This person tells me that no one else would ever want me.
11. They force me to do things against my will.
12. My relationship with this person feels healthy and supportive.
13. This person frequently checks on me, such as by listening to my phone calls or showing up at my work.
14. I’m ignored or given the silent treatment when I don’t do what this person wants.
15. This person controls my finances and prevents me from having money of my own.
16. They humiliate me in front of others.
17. This person gets upset when a household task isn’t done the way they think it should be.
18. They wouldn’t do something to intentionally hurt me or scare me.
19. They sometimes throw, hit, kick, or smash things.
20. This person questions my sanity.