Verbal abuse doesn't have one definition alone but "involves using words – either spoken or written – with the intention of hurting, humiliating, controlling, demeaning or frightening another ...

Verbal abuse of children could be as damaging to their mental health in adulthood as physical abuse, according to researchers ...

Physical and verbal abuse during childhood is associated with increased odds of low mental well-being in adulthood compared ...

Verbal abuse goes beyond having an argument. Name-calling, hurtful sarcasm, blame and manipulation, and threats are common signs. Setting boundaries and cutting ties if possible may help you stay ...

Cruel words can leave a mark on a child –– and may have as much of an impact as physical abuse, new research has found . People who experienced physical abuse as a child were at a 50% increased risk ...

Verbal abuse, also known as emotional abuse, is a range of words or behaviors used to manipulate, intimidate, and maintain power and control over someone. These include insults, humiliation and ...

Respondents also reported having been stalked. Ninety-two percent said they'd witnessed verbal abuse and 81% said they'd witnessed intimidation, while 55% said they'd seen a physical assault.

U.S. gymnasts say sport rife with verbal, emotional abuse By ABC News April 20, 2018, 6:04 AM ...