The defining belief among individuals experiencing "battered woman's syndrome" is that:

A. the abuse is tied to a sense of personal high self-esteem.
B. the abuse is not harmful to them.
C. the abuser is acting out of unconditional love.
D. they are powerless to get away from the abuse.


Answer: D

Psychology

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