An article published by IOL discusses how emotional abuse can have long-lasting effects that are difficult to see but deeply damaging. It describes emotional abuse as a form of mistreatment that undermines a person’s sense of self through actions and patterns that erode self-esteem, such as ongoing criticism, humiliation, manipulation, or control. The piece contrasts these “invisible scars” with the more visible impacts of physical violence, arguing that emotional harm can persist in thoughts, feelings, and relationships long after an incident occurs. It also outlines how emotional abuse can affect personal identity and confidence, potentially contributing to self-doubt and difficulty trusting one’s own experiences. The article further points to a recovery process in which individuals work to reclaim personal truth and move toward healing. Overall, it presents emotional abuse as a serious form of harm, emphasizing psychological impacts and the importance of recognizing emotional mistreatment as a form of abuse.