What is coercion in a relationship?

Emotional manipulation In a relationship, a partner might try to manipulate your emotions in order to get you to change your mind about having sex or doing anything else. When people use their emotions deliberately to try and convince you to do what they want, that’s coercion.

What is controlling coercive Behaviour?

Understanding Controlling or Coercive Behaviour. Coercive behaviour is an act or a pattern of acts of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim.

How can I Stop Feeling pressure from my partner to have sex?

Be clear about what you want. Although you should never feel pressured into having sex, if you sometimes play hard to get when you want sex, then your partner may think you’re playing hard to get when you truly mean no. Being clear about what you want, through your words and body language, can eliminate the pressure to have sex.

Is it normal to feel pressure to have sex?

Unfortunately, sometimes you may feel pressured to have sex by your spouse, your partner, or even your friends or a stranger. With clear communication, an understanding of your feelings about sex, and strategies to handle it when the pressure goes too far, you can successfully deal with being pressured to have sex.

How do I talk to my partner about pressure?

Try to phrase what you have to say considerately and empathetically. Don’t attack your partner (‘You always make me feel pressured’), but instead, focus on explaining and taking responsibility for your own emotions (‘Sometimes, I feel a bit pressured’). This is less likely to provoke a negative response.

Why does my partner give me the silent treatment?

Perhaps things aren’t as explicit as that – maybe your partner gives you the silent treatment if you don’t feel like having sex, or is sarcastic or unfriendly. If some of the above sounds familiar, it may be that you’re in a relationship in which coercive or abusive behaviour is a factor.