Homework Questions

1. The early stages of dating abuse usually involve one partner gaining control over the other through excessive attention, jealousy, and guilt. Why is this stage often hard for a victim to recognize? How can it lead to more serious forms of abuse?

2. Do you think would be difficult to leave an unhealthy relationship? What are some reasons why someone might stay in an unhealthy relationship?

3. If you saw a friend being abused, or abusing someone else, would you get involved? If you wouldn't help, why not? If you would help, what would you do to help?