Is silence a form of violence? From a partner or friend?

Answer 1

It most definitely is... The silent treatment may be passive but no less abusive than physical or emotional abuse. It is more than emotional abuse. It is spiritual abuse as well as it kills your spirit and gets you to doubt even your own sanity and well-being. It robs one of self-esteem and can get one to imagine the worst scenario as they are left to dream up the worst.
I urge you not to do that to yourself! Remember that all that others do are just that... This is a sign of a pretty dysfunctional individual, who hasn't grown up and pouts like a child to get his or her way. Don't let your ideas about what it could be rob you of anything. Don't make a problem which isn't yours, an excuse for your unhappiness and or depression. What we think about expands so force yourself to think positive in spite of what this other one says or in this case doesn't say...
If you don't have to live with this person, distant yourself except to plant a seed of positiveness every now and then... when appropriate. The truth is the best policy if they ask why... Come to think of it, that will then mean that they are talking again... Don't be shy to tell them that they are very immature in doing this... It's a child's game. A child who hasn't yet learned to communicate and express his feelings!

Answer 2

Yes in some situations it is. Depending on the circumstances. In psychology it is called passive aggressive behavior. If someone wants to control you, they can either force you physically to do something or they can ignore you. Either way they are in control of the situation. Since they are not allowing the two of you the ability to communicate and resolve your situation. On the other hand if they're feeling sick or needing a time out and tell you they need some silence to regroup and promise to work out the issue later, than it is not. But remember they must work out the issue at a later time. If they don't work out the problem later. Than they are using another tactic called denial.

Answer 3

Generally silence is an expression of inner self, it can show :
conscent,
opposition,
unconcerned or indifferent attitude ,
detachment,
preparation of next encounter, and also
deep concern.

The point is at what juncture this tool appeared between the two.If there was no disagreement than this tool expresses zone of tranquility , re-thinking and self appraisal/situation, planning etc.

If there was strong argument and disagreement than this tool shows impending storm/disaster.

Answer 4

No it is not violence. That would require some physical contact. It can be aggression, which is similar to, but not exactly the same as violence.

Answer 5

If it is used to "control" the relationship... It is a form of abuse, not violence. Violence requires outright physical damage. Abuse can allow for inward mental/emotional damage.

Answer 6

depends.
I guess, you refer at something like :
you see a crie happening, and do not interfeer, nor you go to the police and tell them. well, something like this I guess.

More generelly: I guess you know about somehting which is not right in oyur oppinion, but you keep it for yourself, and feel that you allow it happend, so you are hten involved like a colaborateur in that crime.

I said it depends, because it depends if you speaking up will make it better. Sometimes it can make things worse.
Sometimes, there is just nothing you can do, but sometimes it would maybe help when you do something.

It totally depends. sorry no straight forward answer possible here without details.

Answer 7

It is called passive aggressive and means you do NOT have a keeper .
Forget labeling it , just inform them they need counseling and if they refuse ,
Move On . . .
Life is too short to waste on non-functionals .

Answer 8

yes. if it hurts the other one, or makes him sad, depressed, worried, etc.

Answer 9

your question is not really detailed. but all i can say is, other people are really quiet. and other people are really loud. so it really depends.

Answer 10

No. Is wise.