2007-12-12 18:16:47 · 28 answers · asked by Amber 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
1. They believe that they deserve the abuse because it has been acceptable to them, most likely from what they experienced as children.....watching the parents being abusive or being abused themselves.
2. Low self-esteem
3. They don't believe there is anywhere else to go.
4. They don't realize that what they are going through is unacceptable behaviour because it is normal for them from their childhood.
2007-12-12 18:27:53 · answer #1 · answered by Cindy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wow, I just read some of the other answers and there are A LOT of ignorant people out there!
I think that most women in abusive relationships have low self esteem and feel that they can't do any better than the man ( i use that term loosely!) that they're with. It's part of the abusers game plan, to keep her under control.
2007-12-13 02:26:18 · answer #2 · answered by Sara A 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They believe that they are in love and most truly believe that the abuser will change. 9 times out of 10 the abuse does not stop. I on the other hand, do believe that people can change BUT only with help, from a professional and the will to want to change. It happens, miracles do exist.
2007-12-13 02:29:44 · answer #3 · answered by FoxyOwl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They lack the courage to take a stand and walk away. They stay because they hope the person abusing them will change and if the guy doesnt change they hope they will. They stay thinking its the norm of a relationship especially if the abuse isnt physical. They feel trapped and scared but feel the love for the person theyre with is worth staying for.
2007-12-13 02:20:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The victim has develped a lack of self esteem and fear due to the perpetrators accusations, threats and/or physical abuse. The perpetrator feels the need to be in complete control of the victim at all times. Usually the victim will be forced to let the perpetrator know about his/her whereabouts at all times.
2007-12-13 02:23:05 · answer #5 · answered by PEGGY S 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are scared
They believe they deserve the way they are being treated
Low self esteem/self worth
Scared of the abuser
2007-12-13 02:19:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
lack of self-esteem
often a belief that "they can change him"
afraid of being a single parent or alone
externalize why he "is like that"...work, stress, troubles is the reason
more info on women in abusive relationships is found on this link
http://www.womensweb.ca/violence/dv/leave.php
2007-12-13 02:25:14 · answer #7 · answered by southwest 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
low self esteem. it's a self perpetuating situation. i've been abused. you really just don't feel the self worth to be able to leave. don't have the confidence. it's a tough cycle. after leaving you can rebuild and get back to normal.
2007-12-13 02:26:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The tolerance! they are so scared to make a move, or so scared of theyre boyfriends. they dont have the courage to fight bck and if they do its not enough because they allow themselves to be dominated. I also read that women dont actually get what they deserve. They get what they think they deserve and tolerate it. so ask yourself, if you think you deserve someone better then why do you choose to stay?Good luck
2007-12-13 02:25:22 · answer #9 · answered by Suzain A 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bruises
2007-12-13 02:19:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋