Question

abra is excited when her boyfriend provides her with a new cell phone. that excitement quickly fades, however, as he uses it to contact her every half hour. he becomes angry when she does not respond to his text messages immediately and accuses her of cheating on him. this behavior is an example of what form of teen violence?
sexual, because he is trying to coerce her into doing things against her will.
physical, because he is continuously contacting her.
financial, because he bribes her with gifts.
mental, because he is using intimidation and manipulation.

Explanation:

Mental violence involves intimidation, manipulation, and controlling behavior. In this case, the boyfriend's constant contact, anger at non - immediate responses, and accusations of cheating are forms of intimidation and manipulation. Sexual violence would involve unwanted sexual advances or coercion. Physical violence would involve physical harm. Financial violence would involve control over money or financial resources. Here, the behavior is about psychological control.

Answer:

Mental, because he is using intimidation and manipulation.