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Abusers may use emotional abuse to break down their partners' selfesteem from "summary" of Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

Emotional abuse is a powerful tool that abusers use to break down their partner's self-esteem. Through a variety of tactics, they aim to undermine their partner's sense of self-worth and make them doubt their own abilities. This can take many forms, such as constant criticism, belittling, and insults. By attacking their partner's self-esteem, abusers are able to gain control and power over them. One way abusers accomplish this is by making their partner feel worthless and unlovable. They may use harsh language to degrade and humiliate them, leaving them feeling small and insignificant. Over time, these hurtful words can chip away at their partner's confidence, leaving them feeling helpless and defeated. Abusers may also manipulate their partner's emotions to keep them off balance. By creating a constant atmosphere of tension and fear, they are abl...
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