SMACIN GRACEFULL TEAM Signs A Relationship Is Becoming Abusive Sometimes it is difficult to recognize when you're in an abusive relationship because maybe you've grown up in a household that contains the same kind of behavior. Or maybe you think abuse is getting beaten on a daily basis and that is not happening to you. It's important to know that abuse is not only physical and can happen through very small actions. ADVERTISEMENT 1. Belittling or over the top teasing Teasing can be cute, but when it becomes a constant occurrence or your feelings are getting hurt, then it's gone too far. Sometimes people think that saying they are only kidding makes everything okay, but it really doesn't. If negative teasing or belittling or nasty comments are getting you down, you need to say something. It is hard, but if you can't demand more respect for yourself, it won&