Verbal_and_Psychological_Abuse_Presentation.pptx
- 1. Understanding Verbal Abuse: Words Can Hurt • Words are powerful! They can make people happy, but they can also hurt. Today, we’ll learn how to use words for kindness instead of harm.
- 2. What is Verbal Abuse? • Verbal abuse is when someone uses words to hurt another person. It can include: • - Name-calling • - Yelling in a mean way • - Making fun of someone repeatedly
- 3. How Does Verbal Abuse Affect Us? • Verbal abuse can cause: • - Low self-esteem • - Sadness or fear • - Problems with friendships • This is why words matter!
- 4. Verbal Abuse vs. Constructive Criticism • Verbal Abuse: 'You're so slow!' • Constructive Criticism: 'You made a mistake, but you can try again!' • Let's always use words to encourage others!
- 5. How to Respond to Verbal Abuse • You can: • 1. Walk away • 2. Speak up calmly • 3. Tell a trusted adult • Let's practice how to respond in different situations!
- 6. Kind Words Matter! • Examples of kind words: • - 'You are amazing!' • - 'I’m happy you’re my friend!' • - 'You did a great job!' • Let's use words to lift others up!
- 7. Understanding Psychological Abuse • Psychological abuse happens when someone tries to control, hurt, or scare another person using words or actions, even without touching them.
- 8. Examples of Psychological Abuse • - Constantly making fun of someone • - Ignoring or excluding someone • - Making someone feel guilty for things they didn’t do • - Threatening friendships
- 9. How Psychological Abuse Affects Us • Effects include: • - Feeling sad or anxious • - Feeling not good enough • - Difficulty trusting others • - Stress in school or home
- 10. Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships • Unhealthy: Control, blame, fear • Healthy: Respect, encouragement, fairness • Everyone deserves to be treated with kindness!
- 11. How to Respond to Psychological Abuse • 1. Stay calm • 2. Speak up • 3. Set boundaries • 4. Ask for help • Let’s practice how to respond!
- 12. Building Emotional Strength • - Think positively about yourself • - Surround yourself with good friends • - Talk about your feelings • - Do activities that make you happy!
- 13. What to Do If You Experience Psychological Abuse • Talk to: • - A trusted adult • - A school counselor • - Supportive friends • You deserve to be treated with respect!
- 14. Thank You! • Remember: Your feelings matter. You are special. You deserve to be treated with kindness and respect! Let's spread positivity!