<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Domestic violence is only physical. When people come out and say "oh he calls me a bitch, he yells at me! he's abusing me!" Nope, nope. How is that domestic violence?
<|assistant|>
Domestic violence encompasses a wide range of behaviors including physical, sexual, verbal, emotional and financial abuse. Verbal and emotional abuse often leave deeper wounds than physical injury. Regardless of the type, all of these behaviors are meant to intimidate and manipulate the victim. The effect of this abuse is devastating to the physical and mental wellbeing of those affected. Domestic violence is rarely isolated to a single event and typically escalates over time as the abuser attempts to gain and maintain power and control. Even if physical violence is not occurring, an individual may be a victim of abuse if they feel fear or intimidation due to the behaviors of their partner.