Abuse is a general term for the misuse of a person or thing, causing harm to the person or thing, to the abuser, or to someone else. Abuse can be something as simple as damaging a piece of equipment through using it the wrong way, or as serious as severe maltreatment of a person. Abuse may be direct and overt, or may be disguised and covert.- Category ID : 434833
A UK-based support site including different forms of abuse, its effect on victims, the cycle of violence, PTSD, national helplines and resources, personal stories, and articles.