Are you dating an abuser?

How do you know if your partner is violent one?

Knowledge is power – and to prevent yourself from beingcoming trapped in an abusive relationship, here are 5 important signs of a violent partner you should look out for.

They Blame You for Everything

You should be wary of a person who refuses to take the blame for their negative feelings or puts them entirely on another individual. Such individuals are master manipulators when it comes to shifting the blame.

If this is a consistent pattern, often times, such individuals can become violent when things get rough.

They are Possessive

Being possessive to the point where your partner exhibits jealousy over small things is a sign to look out for.

One of the chief signs of domestic abusers is this – a violent partner will mask this by claiming it’s concern stemming from love.

They Have Anger or Mood Issues

Getting angry or being moody from time to time is okay. But having to walk on eggshells around your partner will put you in a perpetual state of high arousal – in other words, this is not good.

If your partner’s anger borders around aggressive, it’s time to call quits.

They Exhibit Violence

A very apparent sign of violence is its exhibition. Whether it is’s verbal, physical, sexual, mental or emotional; or is directed at you, objects or even another person – pay heed.

Even in conversations, there are telltale signs of a potentially abusive partner.

They Have a Superiority Complex

A violent partner will maintain superiority. Whether it’s conversation, sex, or games they’ll make you feel less.

It’s vital to look out for signs of superiority as, such partners have the tendency to become domestic abusers and batterers.