In Which Phase of the Cycle of Abuse Does the Abuser

question 27

Multiple Choice

In which phase of the cycle of abuse does the abuser appear apologetic, promise a happier relationship, and often present the victim with gifts?

• A) The isolation phase
• B) The honeymoon phase
• C) The contrition phase
• D) The acute-battering phase
• E) The tension-building phase

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Definitions:

Beak Size

A morphological trait in birds and some other animals, influencing their feeding habits and ecological niche, often subject to evolutionary adaptation.

Hindlimbs

The rear limbs of an animal, especially those on the vertebrates, used for locomotion or support.

High Altitude

Pertains to areas that are significantly elevated above sea level, affecting oxygen levels and often requiring physiological adaptation for survival.

Mammary Glands

Specialized organs in mammals that produce milk to nourish newborns, a key characteristic of mammalian species.