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Abusers may use threats of violence to intimidate their partners from "summary" of Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

Abusers sometimes try to control their partners through threats of violence. They use these threats to instill fear and maintain power over the relationship. The abuser may make explicit threats of physical harm, or they may use more subtle forms of intimidation to keep their partner in line. These threats can be highly effective in manipulating the victim and keeping them under the abuser's control. The abuser may use threats of violence to coerce their partner into complying with their demands. By instilling fear in the victim, the abuser can ensure that they will do whatever is necessary to avoid the threatened harm. This can create a cycle of fear and obedience in the relationship, with the victim constantly on edge and trying to avoid setting...
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    Why Does He Do That?

    Lundy Bancroft

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