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1) The Honeymoon stage:
When the relationship starts, the abuser is really sweet and loving. One would never think he/she would be an abuser. The
individual makes his/her partner feel loved and special.
3) The blow up stage:
This is the high peak of the abuse; when it is
at its worst. At this point abuse can vary from extreme physical violence, or even sexual violence such as rape.
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2) The tension building stage
This is the point in the relationship
when things start heating up. Arguments become more frequent, and the abuser begins the emotionally abuse his/her partner;
for instance making him/her feel bad or guilty. The abuser may also use minor physical abuse such as pushing or grabbing his
or her partner.
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4) Back to the honey moon stage:
Following the blow upstage, the abuser apologizes
and promises it won't ever happen again. He or she returns to being loving and caring. The abuser has the ability to brainwash
his or her partner and so the partner forgives and forgets. Once everything is forgotten, the cycle starts over, however the
abuse worstens.
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