You Have a Right!
To act in ways that promotes your dignity and self respect as long as others' rights are not violated in the process.
To be treated with respect.
To say No and not feel guilty.
To experience and express your feelings.
To take time to slow down and think.
To change your mind.
To ask for what you want.
To do less than you are humanly capable of doing.
To ask for information.
To make mistakes.
To feel good about yourself.
Abuse Includes...
Physical Abuse
- shoving, pushing, hitting, choking and slapping.
Neglect
- failing to provide shelter, safety health care and denail of human rights.
Emotional Abuse
- jealousy, humiliation, name calling and put downs.
Psychological Abuse
- mind games, intimidation, threats and control
Sexual Abuse
- forced and unwanted intercourse and other unwanted sexual acts.
Economic Abuse
- Control of money or property, misuse of funds and denying the right to work.
