* Are you frightened of your partner's temper?

* Do you often go along with your partner because you are afraid of your partner's anger?

* Do you drink heavily or use drugs?

* Were you abused as a child?

* Did you witness your parent being abused or battered?

* Have you been hit, kicked, and/or shoved by your partner?

* Has your partner ever thrown objects at you?

* Do you make plans about activities or with friends according to what your partner wants or how they will react?

* Do you find yourself apologizing for your partner's behavior when you are treated badly?

* Do you feel like you are walking on egg shells when you are with your partner?

* Do you feel like your partner is nice one moment and angry/mean the next?

* Has your partner accused or blamed you for things you have not done?

* Does your partner call you names or insult you (publicly and privately)?

* Has your partner kept you from working and/or controlled your finances?

* Does your partner frequently threaten to leave or tell you to leave?

* Has your partner threatened to kidnap the children if you leave him/her?

* Has your partner abused your pets?

* Has your partner ever touched you against your will?

* Has your partner ever tried to keep you from taking medications or from seeking medical assistance?

* Does your partner make it hard for you to find/keep a job or go to school?

* Has your partner ever used, or threatened to use a weapon against you?

* Does your partner act jealously (i.e., accusing you of being unfaithful)?

* Has your partner ever threatened to kill you and/or your children?

* Does your partner keep you isolated from family and friends?

* Does your partner destroy your property and things you cherish?

If you recognize some of the above feelings/instances, you may be a victim of abuse. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Call us at 503-397-7110, or call the Crisis Line at 503-397-6161