Emotional abuse and the anger and resentment it can generate can certainly undermine sexual motivation, dampen arousal, and take the pleasure out of sex for the abused partner. Emotional abuse is not acceptable for a healthy relationship, so steps should be taken to end the abuse and overcome the issues underlying it.

What does emotional abuse do to someone?

Emotional abuse can affect a childs emotional development, including: feeling, expressing and controlling emotions. lacking confidence or causing anger problems. finding it difficult to make and maintain healthy relationships later in life.