Society's growing awareness of domestic and family violence
has changed how we view relationships. While some relationships may
appear loving and supportive on the surface, they can, in reality,
be toxic and abusive. Abuse does not always involve physical
violence—coercive control is a form of abuse that operates
through emotional, psychological, financial, and social
manipulation.
Recent discussions in the media and on social platforms have
helped to highlight coercive control. For example, a viral TikTok
trend has encouraged users to identify and discuss relationship
'red flags' - warning signs that indicate a relationship
may be harmful. Public scrutiny has also extended to high-profile
relationships, such as that of Bianca Censori and rapper Kanye
West. At the February 2025 Grammy Awards, Censori appeared in a
sheer dress that left her essentially naked while West stood fully
clothed beside her. West's history of controlling his
partner's wardrobe choices
