O SOFRIMENTO PSICOLÓGICO EM MULHERES VÍTIMAS DE VIOLÊNCIA

Abstract

Psychological violence is a type of abuse that happens through words and attitudes, having as its theme psychological suffering in women victims of violence, the work aims to talk about the root of violence, perception of violence by victims, the permanence in abusive relationships, mental disorders caused in victims of violence and the role of the psychology professional as support for victims of violence. The academic research was done through bibliographic review. Thus, Brazilian legislation, with emphasis on the Maria da Penha Law, defines psychological violence as any act that harms the emotional development and autonomy of women, compromising their mental health. Thus, it is observed that, despite advances, women still face control and aggression behaviors that reflect a society that, in part, still tolerates these abuses.