mental abuse
[/ˈmɛntəl əˈbjuːs/]
nounpl: mental abuses
abuso psicológico
1. Repeated psychological harm, emotional manipulation, or intimidation designed to control, demean, or damage a person's mental health and self-worth
The victim suffered years of mental abuse from her partner, including constant criticism and isolation.
A vítima sofreu anos de abuso psicológico do seu parceiro, incluindo crítica constante e isolamento.
2. Non-physical forms of abuse that include verbal attacks, gaslighting, threats, humiliation, or emotional neglect
Mental abuse can be just as damaging as physical violence.
O abuso psicológico pode ser tão prejudicial quanto a violência física.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, mental abuse has gained increasing recognition as a serious form of domestic violence. Brazilian society has increasingly adopted protective legislation and awareness campaigns against psychological abuse, particularly in relationships. In the USA, mental abuse is recognized as a distinct form of domestic violence and is prosecutable in many jurisdictions. The term is increasingly used in clinical, legal, and social services contexts in both countries.
NYC Slang
mind games, psychological warfare, messing with someone's head
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