I'm alarmed by how many people think that verbally and emotionally abusive behaviors are just normal behaviors.. Abusers don't think they're doing anything wrong, and victims are so familiar with being abused that they think they actually deserve to be treated disrespectfully.
It's time to stop putting up with abuse.
Are you being verbally or emotionally abused?
Recognizing Emotional and Verbal Abuse
http://www.kristensguide.com/Happiness/Dealing_With_People/emotional_verbal_abuse.asp
If so, what can you do to stop it?
Defending Yourself Against Verbal and Emotional Abuse
http://www.kristensguide.com/Happiness/Dealing_With_People/emotional_verbal_abuse_defense.asp