We asked experts to share their insight into why financial abuse occurs, warning signs, and advice for recovery:
Why financial abuse occurs
Stephanie Nilva, Executive Director of Day One: “Financial abuse is one of many ways abusive partners attempt to control others. Creating financial dependence can isolate the victim and cause them to rely on the abusive partner more heavily. Without friends or family for support, the survivor has much more difficulty ending the abusive relationship. Sometimes there might be cultural or gender ‘norms’ about who is the wage-earner taken to an unhealthy level.”