Match each warning sign to an example of an abusive trait.

a. is controlling
henry is never the cause of his problems.
b. plays the victim
mara constantly nags paul about his weight.
c. is overly critical
adam manipulates sara into seeing things his way.
d. is physically abusive
liam hits lea and then tells her to stop crying.

The correct answers are:

A. Adam manipulates Sara into seeing things his way - Is controlling

This is an example of manipulation, emotional abuse and possible narcissism.

B. Henry is never the cause of his problems - Plays the victim

This is an example of possible narcissism.

C. Mara constantly nags Paul about his weight - Is overly critical

This is an example of how constant criticism can end up being emotional abuse as it is emotionally hurtful.

D. Liam hits Lea and then tells her to stop crying - Is physically abusive.

This is an example of physical domestic abuse.

a1 = unhealthy

a2= healthy

a3= healthy