Chapter 1: The Silent Cage - Understanding Domestic Violence, Manipulation, and Psychological Entrapment

Domestic violence is not merely a series of violent incidents; it is a systematic, insidious form of control that entraps victims in a web of fear, confusion, and dependency. It is a profound social and psychological crisis, often hidden behind closed doors, cloaked in silence, and shrouded in the complexities of emotional manipulation. This chapter delves into the warning signs, the mechanisms of manipulation, and the entrapment that prevents victims from escaping.It's a spectrum of abuse. Let's try to understand the spectrum of abuse with a little story.

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