Which of the following is an example of economic/financial abuse?

• A. Gaslighting.
• B. Withholding money or controlling access to resources.
• C. Hitting.
• D. Forcing sex.

Answer: (B)

Economic/financial abuse involves using money and resources to control and limit another person. Withholding money or restricting access to resources is a clear example of this, because it directly manipulates the survivor’s ability to meet basic needs, make choices, or leave the relationship. Other options reflect different forms of harm—gaslighting is psychological manipulation, hitting is physical violence, and forcing sex is sexual abuse. Recognizing economic abuse helps reveal how power is exerted through finances, which can be just as controlling and damaging as visible violence.