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ABSTRACT
This article explores the relationship between abuse in young couples and its severe and chronic nature later on in the relationship, as well as the severity of the consequences of this type of violence and the influence exercised by the gender factor. Therefore, this research analyzes the phenomenon of psychological abuse with respect to the gender factor in young dating couples. The sample is made up of 1,080 students aged 17 to 23 years old at a major university in Spain. The results show the presence of all studied manifestations of psychological abuse, with the highest rate of these manifestations occurring in the 17- to 18-year-old age range. There is evidence of a greater rate of psychological abuse behavior patterns among men. The evidence would suggest the need for future research aimed at making socializing educational practices more dynamic and directed toward the teaching of emotional intelligence as an alternative to combat psychological violence in couples and encourage equality and well-being in relationships. Directions for future research are suggested.