Members of both sexes have a predisposition to overlook some key behavioral patterns in their partner, that when the relationship takes a turn for the worse lead them to say ‘I should have known…’ but the behavior pattern is evident, they just chose to ignore it.
 
Psychoanalysts say that more often than not victims of domestic violence can trace back repulsive, and sometimes dangerous, behavior patterns of their partners to the beginning of the relationship.

When your partner exhibits any of the following behavior patterns, step back and evaluate your relationship. It may be headed for disaster and there’s no reason why you should take the fall!

• Prone to tantrums and destructive behavior, easily becomes irritable over petty matters and very antagonistic when having arguments;
• Humiliates and calls you names when the two of you are alone; insults you in front of others in complete disregard of your feelings;
• Sadistic lovemaking and makes you perform sexual acts you do not like;
• Limits your time with your friends and family but forces you to socialize with his/her friends;
• Openly flirts with the opposite sex then accuses you of jealousy when you object;
• Decides where and when to go without consulting you; belittles your accomplishments and does not recognize your areas of expertise.

When your partner comes on strong in the beginning of your relationship, and immediately wants an exclusive relationship – be wary! It may be thrilling to take pleasure in the intensity of his display of an immediate connection but it is inappropriate – because you barely know one another, unless of course sex is all you want.
 
If your partner exhibits any of the above behavior patterns – be aware that the relationship will not get better; it will get worse and may lead to domestic violence.