Make sure the person knows they can rely on you to listen to them whenever they need to talk. [substeps] Be aware that the person may need some time before they want to talk about their experience.
[header] How to help someone recover from verbal abuse [title] Be available for the person if they want to talk. [step] Often someone who has been verbally abused needs a supportive and sympathetic ear more than anything else. A victim of verbal abuse may feel confused, angry, or depressed and need an outlet for their emotions.