Time to learn

Have a look at the next chart, which explains the Gender Violence Cycle. Try to work out how this works.

Now, have a look at the next chart on the different methods used by ill-treaters against their victims.

In pairs, try to decide which one/s you think are the worst. Explain the reason for your choice.

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Write the next words next to each one of the steps in the cycle of Gender violence.

Some words may fall in between the different steps or even be repeated .

arguing minimisation reconciliation control

fear verbal threats buy gifts rage jealousy

blaming promises physical battering guilt

denial of problems sexual abuse justification

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