Why Does My Friend Abuse Their Partner?
There are many reasons why someone might harm their partner:
- They believe that they have the right to control the person they are dating.
- They grew up in a family where abuse was common.
- They experienced abuse in a previous relationship and think it’s normal.
- They haven’t learned healthy ways to respond to conflict.
There’s no excuse for abuse – it’s never okay for someone to hurt their partner. If you are crossing your partner’s boundaries or creating harm, talk to a trusted adult.
