Remember – domestic abuse isn't necessarily physical. It can be any or a combination of physical, mental or sexual (Scottish Women's Aid).

Not all abusers will display the same signs to the same extent, but there are many behaviours that are common to situations of domestic abuse. In some cases, an abuser may only display one or two behaviours but they may be very exaggerated (for example, extreme jealousy over minor issues).

In a lot of cases, the abuser may explain his or her behaviour as a result of love and / or concern for the victim, which may initially seem flattering. However as this behaviour continues, it may eventually become more severe and end up dominating, controlling or manipulating the victim.

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Just because someone does not look like a "typical victim" does not mean he or she is not suffering from domestic abuse. Domestic violence can happen to anyone.