Describe how a counselor’s knowledge of the abuse cycle would assist in detecting partner abuse.

Conduct an internet search about the murder of Yeardley Love. After researching the story, write a 500­-750-word essay addressing the following.

1. Assuming there was abuse occurring prior to the death of Yeardley Love, hypothesize how it may have been difficult for a counselor to assess and identify this abuse.
2. Describe how a counselor’s knowledge of the abuse cycle would assist in detecting partner abuse.

Include a minimum of two scholarly references in addition to the textbook.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

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