Coercive control is a hidden, ongoing pattern of abuse designed to dominate and intimidate, in intimate or close relationships. It undermines a person's boundaries, confidence, and independence. While commonly affecting women and perpetrated by men, it can occur in any relationship, including in families or caregiver roles, gender diverse and same-sex relationships. Warning signs include love bombing, gaslighting, financial control, and tech abuse. 

To learn more, listen to the podcast "Coercive Control and the Changing Face of Family Violence," produced by Crime Stoppers Victoria in collaboration with Victoria Police.