Being forbidden to see family and friends without the other partner present.
Not being allowed to participate in making household decisions, including financial decisions.
Frequent bruises or other physical injuries.
Not being allowed to learn to drive, go to school, or get/ keep a job.
Exhibits low self-esteem, poor self-concept; may avoid eye contact, looking away or at the ground when talking.
Complains of non-specific aches and pains that are constant and recurring, and may be stress-related problems, such as migraine headaches, high blood pressure, or gastrointestinal problems.