1.    Abuse during the courtship period is a guarantee of further abuse that will become more frequent and severe.  Don’t marry him with the belief that “I can change him”. You won’t.
2.    Past child abuse and/or witness of marital violence.  This happens in some cases.  Children learn what they live.  Boys tend to…

(www.theredflagcampaign.org/index.php/dating-violence/your-relationship-is-healthy-if/)

The following is a list of warning signs for potentially abusive relationships. They are presented as guidelines and cues to pay attention to, not as judgments on the worth of the other person.
Question relationships with partners who:
    Abuse alcohol or other drugs.
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