Which form of violence involves demanding money or preventing someone from working?

• A. Physical Violence
• B. Verbal Violence
• C. Sexual Violence
• D. Financial Violence

Answer: (D)

Financial violence, or financial abuse, is a form of abuse where one partner controls the other through money. Demanding money or preventing someone from working are classic ways to exert control, keep the other person dependent, and limit their autonomy. This kind of behavior uses financial power to manipulate and coerce, which is a key feature of abusive, controlling relationships. It differs from physical violence (harming the body), verbal violence (harmful words and threats), or sexual violence (coercion around sexual activity), because the core issue here is control over money and economic freedom rather than direct physical harm, insults, or sexual coercion.