In an Abusive Relationship, the Degree of Violence Usually Starts

question 4

Multiple Choice

In an abusive relationship, the degree of violence usually starts small and

• A)remains at the same degree of violence.
• B)will quit within several months.
• C)gradually continues to escalate.
• D)after that has no predictable pattern.

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Definitions:

Constructive Thought Patterns

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