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Abuse begets abuse. Physical abuse occurs in dramatic outburst while psychological abuse is more insidious and elusive. The abuser nor the victim are aware it\u2019s happening. Toxicity in relationship can escalate to abuse. Abuse is NEVER OK!<\/p>

What is toxicity in a relationship? What is abuse? Is change ever possible?
Let\u2019s join the insightful forum and hear from an activist and MCKL Social Work Lecturers to unearth \u201cthe Elephant in the Room\u201d. Register for free today at\u00a0https:\/\/bit.ly\/AbuseisNOTOK<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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