Physical abuse is a form of domestic violence involving the use of physical force to injure or endanger another person. Common forms include hitting, slapping, punching, kicking, choking, and using weapons. This type of abuse often follows a cyclical pattern of tension, acute violence, and reconciliation, trapping victims in a loop of violence.

The effects of physical abuse are severe, leading to physical injuries like bruises, broken bones, and chronic health issues. It also causes significant psychological trauma, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD, alongside fear and social isolation.
Victims face numerous barriers to leaving abusive relationships, such as fear of escalation, economic dependence, emotional attachment, lack of support, and cultural pressures. Legal measures like restraining orders, shelters, counseling, and support groups are crucial in helping victims escape and recover from abuse.
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Forms of Physical Abuse
1. Hitting, Slapping, Punching: These are the most common forms of physical abuse, where the abuser strikes the victim with their hands or fists.

2. Kicking and Stomping: Using feet to inflict pain or injury.

3. Choking and Strangling: Applying pressure to the victim’s neck, which can lead to unconsciousness or death.

4. Pushing and Shoving: Using force to move the victim against their will, often resulting in falls and injuries.

5. Biting and Scratching: Using teeth or nails to cause harm.

6. Hair Pulling: Yanking the victim’s hair, which can cause pain and injury.

7. Burning: Using fire, hot objects, or substances to burn the victim.

8. Using Weapons: Employing objects such as knives, guns, or other items to inflict harm or threaten the victim.

9. Restraining: Physically holding the victim down or tying them up to control their movements.

10. Forced Physical Activities: Forcing the victim to perform physically painful or harmful actions.