While it's true that words don't leave a physical mark on the body the way physical abuse does, the things we say can absolutely be weaponized to cause real and measurable harm to others. "The effects ...

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Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MDMedically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD Verbal abuse is a type of emotional abuse where a person uses their words to manipulate and control the other person. Verbal ...

Verbal abuse is a way of hurting others, using words or silence as a weapon. Unlike physical abuse, verbal abuse doesn’t give rise to broken limbs, black eyes, or bruises. Yet it can be just as ...

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