ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Abusive power and control

Abusive power and control is when a person imposes their will on someone else to maintain power in a relationship. It is a behavior that is used to manipulate and hurt the other person. This can include verbal or physical abuse, threats, name-calling, and/or taking away someone else's freedoms. Abusive power and control is never okay and should always be stopped.