There are two types of abdominal paracentesis, diagnostic and therapeutic. A diagnostic paracentesis is done to examine the fluid in the abdomen. Determining the type of fluid present will help determine the cause of the problem.
There are many things that could contribute to a parent's abusive behavior, including the parent's abuse as a child, mental health issues, substance use, poor coping skills, stress levels and limited support system, says Dr. Dominguez. But it's important to remember that the cause doesn't excuse the behavior.
When abuse is happening in a relationship, it can affect whole families â including children who are witnesses to the abuse and violence. Watching your parent deal with an abusive relationship is extremely tough and can cause a range of emotions, like resentment, guilt, fear, grief, and anger.