One of the most common types is domestic abuse. This can include physical violence like hitting, but also emotional abuse such as constant belittling and controlling behavior. Another common type is child abuse, which may involve neglect, physical harm, or sexual abuse. Elder abuse is also prevalent, often in the form of financial exploitation or neglect in care homes.
The most common real - life abuse stories often involve domestic violence. Partners may use intimidation, threats, and physical force to control the other person. In workplaces, there is also abuse in the form of harassment, either sexual or based on power dynamics. And in some communities, there can be bullying, which is a form of abuse especially for children and teenagers. This can have long - lasting emotional and psychological impacts on the victims.
Among the common real - life abuse stories are those related to substance - abuse - related abuse. For example, in families where there is a drug - or alcohol - addicted member, they may abuse other family members physically or emotionally. Also, in some religious or cult - like settings, there can be spiritual abuse where people are manipulated and controlled. Cyber - abuse is becoming more and more common too, with people being harassed, bullied, or stalked online.
Physical abuse is quite common. This includes hitting, punching, or any form of bodily harm. For example, in many stories, children are beaten by their parents or guardians.
Verbal abuse is very common. In many real stories, abusers use harsh words to put down their victims, like constantly criticizing their appearance or intelligence.
One common type is about accidents. People often claim to have premonitions of car crashes or other mishaps. Another is related to the health of loved ones. For instance, someone might feel that a family member is ill before there are any obvious symptoms. Also, there are premonition stories about natural disasters, like people feeling uneasy before an earthquake.
One of the common types is related to tech support phishing. You might get a call or an email from someone claiming to be from a tech company, saying there is a problem with your device. They ask you to give them remote access to your computer. If you do, they can steal your data or install malware. Also, there are cases where phishers send messages imitating government agencies. They use the authority of the agency to make people believe they need to provide information urgently, like tax - related details.
One common type is neglect. This includes things like not providing proper food, water or shelter. For example, leaving a dog outside in extreme weather without protection. Another is physical abuse, such as hitting or kicking animals. Also, overcrowding animals in small spaces is a big issue, like cramming too many chickens in a tiny coop.
One common type is seeing apparitions or shadowy figures. People often report seeing something that looks like a human form but not quite solid.
One common type is financial identity theft. For example, like the stories above where bank accounts are accessed or credit cards are opened in someone else's name. Another is tax - related identity theft, as in the case of the senior citizen where false tax returns are filed. And then there's identity theft for the purpose of getting benefits, like using someone else's identity to claim unemployment benefits.
One common type is cyberbullying, like sending mean messages or spreading rumors. Another is identity theft, where someone steals personal information to use for malicious purposes. And then there's online harassment, which can involve unwanted contact or threats.
Another is hearing strange noises. This could be unexplained knocking, moaning, or whispering sounds. It gives the impression that there is an unseen presence. For example, in old houses, people might hear creaking floors as if someone is walking when no one is there. And these noises can be really spooky.
One common type is the apparition. People claim to see a shadowy or human - like figure that they believe is a demon. Another is strange noises. Unexplained growls or whispers in the night are often considered signs of a demon. And then there are experiences where people feel a sudden coldness or a sense of being watched, which they attribute to demons.