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When we think of domestic violence, we often picture physical abuse. But the truth is, abusive behavior within a relationship can exist in many forms. At its core, domestic violence is an attempt by one partner to assert control over the other. It can include threats, insults, emotional manipulation, sexual coercion and a host of …