This is a tough question as psychology, although useful as to the insight of the human experience, is considered a 'soft' science.
Your biggest problem is the lack of information on each individual however, it is a common mind frame, brought on by the romanticism in the media, that every man/woman can be changed (or 'shown the light') by a hopeful partner.
Sadly, the psychology of this situation as stated says he/she will say many things to promote himself/herself, but they will not change. It's just talk.
There are many reasons behind abusive behaviorism, especially physical and mental abusives, often stemming from their childhood. Without help from a trained, credible and learned source (group therapy, individual counseling) the person in question will have a hard time recognizing their own problems and not be able to rectify it.
i think 3 in 17 relationships are abusive ones
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you must get out of abusive relationships. Boyfriend must never be abusive !
It is impossible to have specific percentages of abusive relationships in Iowa because many victims will not report the abuse.
i wouldn't want to say because all abusive relationships can happen to anyone no matter how old or young they are
because why would you want to be with someone who is abusive towards you
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Most abusive relationships start off pleasant and you think you are in love, but then everything goes down hill when you get use to the person. Not all abusive relationships are from the guys or the girls so be careful and safe!
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The Tyra Banks Show - 2005 Abusive Relationships was released on: USA: 18 April 2006
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