He needs you to trust him and develop feelings for him, because it is much easier to control someone who loves you.He will make you feel like you are his entire world -- because he wants your world to revolve around him.Recognizing the warning signs and symptoms of spousal abuse is the first step, but taking action is the most important step in breaking free.Feeling uncomfortable or being afraid in your relationship is the number 1 red flag that your relationship is not healthy.

By understanding the signs early a woman is forewarned and forearmed.

If a woman is forced to change her behaviour because she is frightened of her partner then she is being abused.

If she is experiencing any of the following then it’s likely that she’s being abused: Sandra Horley CBE, Refuge chief executive, says: “Two women are killed every week by a current or former partner.

An abuser will work to make you feel so appreciated and loved, you won't even notice he is controlling you -- sometimes, until it's too late. He will pay attention to you and make you feel special and wanted.

But, there are warning signs we can look out for, to help us spot an abusive relationship, before it goes too far. You may find yourself thinking that he is too good to be true -- because he is.