Material VIOLENCE

What is material violence?

Often it's not the physical attacks on you that constitute the violence, but rather attacks on the things you care about. For example, your partner or another person starts destroying items that are of great importance and value to you. This could be things in your home, your clothes, your computer, heirlooms that are important to you that are intentionally destroyed. In some cases, material violence can occur when the relationship is coming to an end. This may involve your partner tearing and destroying your clothes or throwing out your belongings as a form of punishment for the breakup. In other cases, material violence is one of the many ways abusive partners exert dominance and power over their victims by destroying their things. Another indicator of material violence is if you are denied access to your personal belongings, which can further contribute to control and power on the part of the abuser.

How do you detect material violence?

Material violence often begins subtly and it can be difficult for the victim to recognize that they are caught in a destructive pattern. Some warning signs are:
Your belongings are destroyed
A perpetrator may destroy or damage the victim's personal belongings as an attempt to express dominance and power. This can include smashed phones, broken furniture or personal items.
Control over financial resources is required
Perpetrators can deliberately control the victim's finances by denying them access to money or by forcing them to sign documents that transfer financial control to the perpetrator. Read more about financial violence specifically here.
You are threatened with financial damage
The victim may be threatened with financial ruin or harm if they try to leave the relationship or report the violence, and this can create a sense of dependency on the abuser.
You slowly become more and more isolated
As part of and to perpetuate material violence, perpetrators may try to isolate the victim from friends and family, making it more difficult for them to seek help or support.
Your financial transactions are monitored
Some abusers go as far as monitoring the victim's financial transactions, including checking bank accounts, credit cards and expenses.

The consequences of material violence

Material violence is a form of violence that can have profound and long-lasting consequences for victims that extend beyond financial losses. Consequences can include:
Intense mental stress
Victims of material violence often carry a heavy burden of intense psychological stress. The fear of the perpetrator's threats and the constant feeling of being trapped in a destructive relationship can lead to significant psychological strain.
Economic instability
Material violence can lead to serious financial instability for the victim due to the loss and replacement of property, or the perpetrator's control over the victim's income and expenses, which in turn can have long-term financial consequences.
Feeling alone and isolated
Victims of material violence can end up in a state of social isolation. This often happens when the victim feels compelled to withdraw from friends and family to avoid angering the perpetrator and being punished.
Physical consequences
In some cases, material violence can escalate into physical violence, which can result in physical injuries to the victim.
Mental health problems
Victims of material violence can also develop a range of mental health problems as a result of the constant stress and fear. This can include depression, anxiety and even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

It is important to understand that material violence is not just about material loss. The psychological and physical consequences can be deeply painful and require support and help to get through and move on.

Breaking free from material violence

Breaking free from material violence is a challenging and scary process, but it's important to remember that you are not alone. There are organizations like Ellested Women's Crisis Centre that are dedicated to helping victims break free from abusive relationships and rebuild their lives.

One of the most powerful tools you can have in your journey to freedom is support from people who understand your situation. Ellested Women's Crisis Center is more than just an institution - it's a safe haven filled with people who understand and want to help you.

Ellested Women's Crisis Center can help you break free from violence

Ellested Women's Crisis Center is a safe women's shelter with 20 places for women, their children and pets. Our mission is to offer emergency protection and support to women who are/have been exposed to violence or threats from their loved ones.

At Ellestedet we also offer legal assistance, treatment and therapy to help you process the trauma and build your life on a new and stronger foundation. Our primary goal is to provide you with the necessary resources and support to break free from violence and achieve freedom and independence. We can help with safety and protection, prioritizing your safety and working closely with you to ensure you and your children are in a safe and protected situation - including temporary housing and shelter if needed.

In addition, we offer financial counselling to help you regain financial independence. Our legal team will guide you through the necessary legal steps to protect you from the abuser - for example, in divorce proceedings and custody issues. We also offer a safe and confidential atmosphere where you can share your experiences and feelings with our counselors. Our counselors are here to listen and support you in your healing process and help you plan for your future outside of the abusive relationship, with the goal of providing you with the tools and resources needed to achieve freedom, independence and well-being.

We understand that seeking help and breaking free from an abusive partner can be scary. Ellestedet offers a safe haven where you and your children can find protection and support.

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We listen to you. Together we will find out if a stay with us is a good solution for you. We can give you advice and guidance on what you can do in your situation.

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