{Guest Column} Domestic violence (Part 3 of 4): Who is the abuser?

By Teresia Rose-Reed
Special to the Herald Times
RBC | Abusers use a variety of tactics to manipulate you and exert their power:
Dominance—Abusive individuals need to feel in charge of the relationship. They will make decisions for you and the family, tell you what to do, and expect you to obey without question. Your abuser may treat you like a servant, child, or even as his or her possession.
Humiliation—An abuser will do everything…