A pattern of coercive control founded on and supported by physical and/or sexual violence or threat of violence of an intimate partner is termed ______________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
battering
Rationale: Battering is a pattern of behavior used to establish power and control over another person with whom an intimate relationship is or has been shared through fear and intimidation, often including the threat or use of violence. Battering happens when one person believes they are entitled to control another.
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