answer:A lot of severe abuse victims have their own, equally serious issues. Low self esteem, brainwashing, gaslighting and other psychological issues both on their own and due to the abuse they live with. Many are delusional and hold out false hope because the abusive episodes are not frequent and the honeymoon phase keeps lulling then back into a false sense of security. The cycle continues, wash, rinse, repeat. There is a documentary called ” Crazy Love” about a woman who’s boyfriend threw acid in her face and blinded her and she went on to MARRY him! Unbelievable! I could shed some more insight, but, don’t have the time right now.