Verbal Abuse Legal Considerations

Summary

Verbal abuse can be considered emotional abuse in South Carolina. Parents cannot send a child to a mental hospital without a professional evaluation. If you feel unsafe, contact law enforcement or local mental health resources for support.

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if my mom yells at me and says im a spoiled selfish bitch is that emotional abuse
Hello Miley, I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. Verbal abuse can be considered a form of emotional abuse, but it often depends on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances. Could you please tell me where you are located to provide you with more accurate information?
south carolina
Hello Miley, In South Carolina:
- Emotional abuse, including verbal abuse, can be considered domestic violence.
- However, it's assessed case-by-case.
- If you feel unsafe, consider reaching out to a local domestic violence organization or the police.
i told my mom that she doesnt love me and she threatened to call the police and have them take me to the mental hospital
I'm sorry to hear that, Miley. In South Carolina:
- Parents can't just send a child to the mental hospital, it requires a professional evaluation.
- If you feel threatened or unsafe, contact law enforcement.
- Reach out to local mental health resources for support.