Understanding Coercive Control: Empowerment and Awareness
Understanding Coercive Control: Empowerment and Awareness
Learning objective
Lesson duration is: 60 minItems in this lesson
Understanding Coercive Control: Empowerment and Awareness
Learning objective
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson, you will understand coercive control, recognize its signs, and know where to seek help.
What do you already know about coercive control in relationships?
What is Coercive Control?
Coercive control is a pattern of behavior by an abuser to dominate and manipulate a victim. It includes isolation, intimidation, and control of resources.
Walking Debate Statements
1. Coercive control is as harmful as physical abuse. 2. Love excuses controlling behavior. 3. Victims of coercive control can easily leave.
Examples of Coercive Control
Examples: A partner constantly checking your phone, insisting on knowing your whereabouts, or restricting access to money.
Support Services
Services include hotlines like the National Domestic Violence Helpline and local support centers.
Signs of Coercive Control
Signs include monitoring your activities, controlling who you see, making threats, and financial control.
How to Help a Friend
Listen without judgment, offer support, and encourage them to seek professional help.
Conclusion and Reflection
Reflect on what you've learned today. How can you apply this knowledge in your life?
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
