Abusers use physical violence to maintain power and control from "summary" of Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft
Abusers use physical violence as a way to keep their partners under their thumb. It's not just about exploding in a fit of rage - although that's certainly part of it. The violence is a method of control, a way of letting her know that she'd better not step out of line. It's a way of keeping her in a state of fear and intimidation, a way of making sure she knows who's boss. Physical violence is a powerful tool of domination. It sends a clear message: "I can hurt you if I want to, so you'd better do what I say." And it's not just about the pain itself - it's about the threat of pain, the possibility that things could escalate at any moment. The fear of violence can be just as potent as the violence itself. But physical violence is just one part of the larger pattern of control. It goes hand in hand with emotional abuse, verbal abuse, financial abuse, and more. Each of these tact...
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