(Good article) It can cause a range of harms resulting in both short- and long-term problems such as
impaired social and emotional development, low self-esteem, emotional regulation issues, poor work or school performance and difficulties forming and maintaining positive, healthy relationships. -- Victims of emotional abuse are also more prone to experience mental health challenges such as post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-harm, substance misuse and suicidal thoughts, says Nadine Kaslow, a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Emory University School of Medicine. https://www.msn.com/en-ca/health/wellness/emotional-abuse-is-more-concerning-than-you-may-realize-experts-explain-why/ar-AA1EFP3M https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2025/05/13/what-is-emotional-abuse/83463090007/
