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If you are here, you've either lived through domestic violence or you know someone that has. 

Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another in an intimate relationship. This can include:

  • Physical violence

  • Emotional and psychological abuse

  • Sexual abuse

  • Financial control

  • Coercive control and manipulation

  • Digital/technological abuse

  • Isolation from friends, family, and support

what is domestic violence?

Frequently Asked Questions

1 in 4 women will experience severe intimate partner violence in their lifetime (CDC). On average, it takes 7 attempts for a woman to leave an abusive relationship. Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women—more than car accidents, muggings, and rapes combined. 

Women aged 18-34 are at the greatest risk of becoming victims of domestic violence.

Leaving an abuser is often the most dangerous time for a survivor. Over 70% of serious injuries or fatalities occur when a victim attempts to leave or shortly after. Abuse may escalate as the abuser senses a loss of control. Safety planning is critical before and during a departure.

Some survivors don’t recognize emotional or psychological abuse early. Here are a few examples:
  • Constant monitoring or jealousy
  • Verbal degradation or gaslighting
  • Threats to harm you, your children, pets, or themselves
  • Control of finances, passwords, movements, or contacts
  • Blaming you for their actions or outbursts

Create a safety plan: outline places to go, people to call, and what to pack list.
Hotlines:
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
1-800-799-7233
Text “START” to 88788
Chat at www.thehotline.org
Research Local shelters and support services in your area.

Here are a few ways to begin healing from trauma, therapy, journaling prompts, and support groups. Divorce Care is a huge support if you are divorcing, separating, or healing from a relationship.
Rebuilding self-worth and independence is vital. You are worthy of everything you desire. 

We offer a few tools for navigating legal systems - restraining orders, custody, etc. Please review our website for resources. 
Your finances may shift during this time. Being economically empowered is your next best step. Establish a budget and if need be, learn a new job skill. Redefine your life on your terms. 

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Leaving is not easy and it can be hard, but having a plan is place is vital. Stay safe, stay diligent, and stay intentional.

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