Saturday, August 19, 2006

What does an abuser look like?



Can you recognize an abuser?

What the heck does an abuser look like? Is he or she crazy and deranged looking---you know, all wild eyed and scary? Does a specific look even exist? I question whether one can tell when they are trapped in the presence of a dangerous individual.

It is not always prevalent that this charismatic, warm and so called affectionate person you've just met and had an engaging conversation with on the first encounter is actually who you think they are. What happens when you are behind closed doors with them that causes that beast that lives within to suddenly make an entrance? How much background do you have on people before you go all the way and trust your life in their hands?

With all the media hype that has hit the airwaves and the killing sprees people have gone on, who is to blame for all this pent up anger and frustration? Domestic violence is on the rise. Violence is on the horizon. Who will step up and speak out against it, create a change and get this society back on track. Peace rallies and still nothing has changed.
Do you know who is prone to kill? Can you recognize an abuser?