Emotional Abuse (Abuse is not just physical)

I found this website that I think does a wonderful job at describing Emotional Abuse. Please feel free to review some information I took from it below or to visit the site itself at www.lilaclane.com/relationships/emotional-abuse/.

Emotional Abuse Eventually Brainwashes Victims:
Victim is unaware of what is going on and what is taking place.
Victim is unable to control his or her own time or physical environment, and is pushed to change behaviors.
Victim has a sense of powerlessness, fear, and dependency.
Victim has new attitudes and behaviors instilled in them.
Victim is allowed no real input or criticism.

Common Characteristics of Abusers:
Was or witnessed verbal abuse as a child.
Has an explosive temper.
Possessive & jealous.
Sense of masculinity depends on the woman's dependence of him.
Superficial relationships with others.
Low self-esteem.
Rigid expectations of marriage that he will not compromise.
Great capacity for self-deception.
Dual personalities.
Easily deceives others.

Effects of Long-Term Emotional & Verbal Abuse on Victim's:
Isolation
Low Self-Esteem
Depression
Emotional Problems
Illness
Increased Alcohol/Drug Use
Withdrawal from Real Life