Carter and Julia have been married for over 10 years. During most of that time, Carter abused Julia emotionally and psychologically. She went to the emergency numerous times for broken bones and concussions. Julia is most likely a victim of ______.
A) domestic violence
B) intimate partner violence
C) situational couple violence
D) intimate terrorism

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The scenario presents the characteristics of intimate terrorism, which is a severe and chronic form of domestic violence where one partner (usually male) seeks complete control over the other person (usually female) through physical, emotional, psychological, and financial means, using fear and intimidation to maintain power and dominance. The victim often lives in constant fear and isolation, and the abuse escalates over time. In contrast, situational couple violence involves occasional conflicts that escalate, but there is generally no pattern of control or fear, and both partners may engage in the violence.

Carter and Julia Have Been Married for Over 10 Years