In the 'Possessive' category, what term describes the abuser?

• A. Battered
• B. Survivor
• C. Batterer
• D. Victim

Answer: (C)

In discussions of possessive abuse, we name the person who uses violence and control as the batterer. This term highlights the perpetrator’s pattern of abusive behavior, rather than labeling the person as a whole, which helps focus on the actions that need accountability. It fits the possessive category because possessiveness is a tactic the batterer uses to exert control over the partner. Other terms describe the person who experiences abuse—battered refers to the harmed person, while survivor or victim identify the victim, not the abuser. So batterer is the best fit for describing the abuser in this context.