Joe and his life partner went to the movies. Joe takes her arm and steers her to an exit, commenting that she is stupid for not seeing that this is the fastest way to leave the theater. Does Joe's action constitute intimate partner abuse? Explain
What will be an ideal response?
To determine if the action constitutes intimate partner abuse we need to define the term. It is generally defined as any intentional act or series of acts that cause injury to the spouse or intimate partner. Was the act intentional—yes. Did it cause injury to the victim? Does calling her stupid constitute an injury? It could be considered an emotional injury. The answer is a weak yes.
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