Battered
Battered
Battered (/ˈbætərd/), derived from the Old English bætere, is a term used in the medical field to describe a state of physical harm or damage often resulting from violence or abuse.
Definition
Battered refers to the condition of a person who has suffered repeated physical abuse, typically in a domestic setting. The term is often used in the context of "battered person syndrome," a physical and psychological condition that can result from long-term abuse.
Symptoms
Symptoms of being battered can include physical signs such as bruises, cuts, and broken bones. Psychological symptoms may include depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Related Terms
- Abuse: A pattern of behavior used by one person to gain and maintain power and control over another.
- Domestic Violence: Violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner.
- Physical Abuse: Any intentional act causing injury or trauma to another person by way of bodily contact.
- Psychological Abuse: A form of abuse characterized by a person subjecting or exposing another to behavior that may result in psychological trauma, including anxiety, chronic depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Etymology
The term "battered" comes from the Old English bætere, which means "to beat" or "to strike repeatedly". It has been used in the medical context to describe the state of a person who has suffered physical harm, particularly in cases of domestic abuse, since the late 20th century.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /ˈbætərd/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Battered
- Wikipedia's article - Battered
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