Abuse definitely has a strong effect on the victim. The pain
that the individual receives from the abuser, whether physical or
mental, has a negative influence on the way the victim lives his or
her life. With physical abuse, the physical abilities of the victim
may be impaired for a temporary or permanent time span. With mental
abuse, the victim may suffer from depression because of the abuse
he or she has been forced to deal with. Also, the victim may have
low self esteem because the individual believes that he or she is
being abused because of his or her worthlessness.