My sister has been in a long term relationship with a man who we have recently discovered is being emotionally and mentally abusive towards her. He has never hit her but the extent of his bullying and abuse on her confidence is staggering.
This all came out when she discovered he had cheated on her. They seperated for a short period (during which she broke down and revealed the extent of mental abuse/ bullying she has been subjected to for several years).
We - her family - offered advice, guidance, help in a very gentle and supportive way however she completely turned on us and seemed to take all her anger for him, out on us. She is now back together with him and talking about starting a family.
I am totally distraught. She says he has "changed" but I know for a fact he is still cheating on her. She does not believe me and the more I try to tell her/ talk to her the more she withdraws from me. I don't want to risk pushing her away altogether.
I can also tell by her general demeanour, weight, complexion etc that he is still bullying/ abusing her - she is very nervous and constantly on the verge of tears.
I am desperate to help her - she is being abused but will not admit it or accept help/ advice from anyone.
The thought of her having children with this abusive bully leaves me utterly heartbroken.
What can I do??