Learn to see the red flags, and 4 stages of financial abuse through of coercive control from Crimestoppers.
Coercive control isn’t always loud or aggressive. It often whispers through bank statements, denied purchases, and withheld pay checks.
It’s the partner who insists on “managing all the finances” but leaves you with no access to bank accounts. I
t’s the spouse who criticises every cent you spend, making you second-guess your own needs. Over time, this constant control creates a dangerous dependency, leaving victims feeling powerless and stuck.
Financial abuse is part of a suite of behaviours that include coercive control as the underlying dynamic.
It’s not about money—it’s about power. By limiting access to financial resources, abusers tighten their grip, making it nearly impossible for victims to leave, plan for the future, or even meet basic needs.
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