What is Coercive Control?

Coercive control is a pattern of behaviour used by an abuser to dominate their victim's life, chipping away at their confidence, self-esteem and independence. This form of abuse can involve various tactics designed to isolate, manipulate, and terrorise the victim, often without physical violence.

Narcissists use surveillance tactics to control the victim.

Key elements of coercive control include:

🚩#Isolation: The abuser restricts the victim's access to friends, family, and other support systems, making them more dependent on the abuser.

🚩#Monitoring and Surveillance: The abuser constantly monitors the victim's activities, communications, and whereabouts, often using technology to track them.

🚩#Manipulation: The abuser uses emotional manipulation, guilt-tripping, and gaslighting to undermine the victim's confidence and sense of reality.

🚩#Deprivation: The abuser controls access to resources, such as money, food, transportation, and even basic needs like sleep, to maintain dominance.

🚩#Intimidation and Threats: The abuser uses threats of violence, harm, or other negative consequences to instil fear and compliance.

🚩Enforcing Trivial Demands: The abuser imposes rules at random, creating an environment of fear and unpredictability.

🚩#Degradation: The abuser belittles, insults, and humiliates the victim, breaking down their self-esteem and sense of self-worth (see What Is A Narcissist).

The impact of coercive control is profound, affecting the victim's mental health, sense of identity, and overall well-being. Victims may experience severe mental health issues including anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Recognising the signs of coercive control involves understanding these patterns of behaviour and seeking help from support services, legal authorities, or mental health professionals.

Raising awareness about coercive control is crucial in identifying and preventing this form of abuse. If you, or someone you know of, thinks they are in an abusive relationship, talk to a trusted friend and get support ASAP.

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