Isn't always physical

 abuse isn't always physical.

it's also abuse, if...

you experience

constant criticism

that focuses on 

your character,

personality, or

things you can't 

change

you aren't

allowed to make

your own

choices or say

no without

unpleasant

consequences

you're walking on

eggshells, constantly

monitoring your 

behavior to avoid

angering, triggering,

or disappointing 

them

you feel like you can't

relax or be yourself

without negative

consequences

they withdraw

love, affection, or

respect in order to

punish or control

they accuse you of

things that aren't

true or things

they're doing

the goalposts

constantly move: no

matter how much you 

try to meet their

expectations, it's not

enough - the rules

keep changing or

demands keep 

increasing

they isolate you

from loved ones:

criticizing them,

discouraging

activities, guilt-

tripping, relentless

calling or texting

when you're with

them

you're expected to 

always be there

for them &

validate and soothe

them, but your

achievements or

struggles are

belittled or

dismissed